Company DescriptionCatering Disposables is a family-run Irish business that has been a leader in the catering supplies industry since 1970. Known for its commitment to innovation and integrity, the company provides high-quality catering disposables and hygiene products. Situated in a modern facility in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, Catering Disposables features a state-of-the-art showroom, its own fleet, and a dedicated sales team. These assets allow the company to deliver an efficient, seamless service from order to delivery.Catering Disposables is seeking an experiencedProcurement Manager / Procurement Leadto take full ownership of our procurement function.This is ahands-on, senior rolefor someone who wants real autonomy — managing supplier relationships, negotiations, purchasing decisions, and procurement performance — while also bringing structure, data, and best practice to how procurement operates across the business.This position willreplace the current hands-on involvement of senior leadership in procurement, giving the successful candidate responsibility for running and shaping the function end-to-end.What you'll be responsible forOwning the full procurement lifecycle: supplier selection, negotiation, purchasing, contract management, and performance reviewLeading all supplier communications and negotiationsImplementing structured procurement processes, policies, and approval frameworksDeveloping and tracking procurement KPIs, spend analysis, and supplier performance metricsManaging supplier compliance and certifications (including FSC, BRC, ISO, EUDR, PPWR)Driving ERP and system improvements related to procurement and data accuracyWorking closely with purchasing, finance, quality, and NPD teamsSupporting sustainability and regulatory readiness initiativesWhat we're looking forMinimum 8 years' experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chainProven ability to own and run a procurement function, ideally in an SME, FMCG, or product-based environmentStrong commercial and negotiation skillsComfortable working independently with senior-level responsibilityExperience with ERP / procurement systems and data-driven decision makingDegree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, or similar (CIPS desirable)Why join Catering DisposablesGenuine autonomy to build and lead procurementOption for a 4-day working week (pro rata)Key role in a growing, sustainability-focused Irish businessDirect access to senior leadership and real influence on how the business operatesAbout usCatering Disposables is one of Ireland's leading suppliers of food-service packaging and hygiene products, serving cash-and-carry, wholesale, and retail customers nationwide.We are known for our focus on sustainability, innovation, and regulatory compliance — including EUDR and PPWR readiness — and we work closely with suppliers to ensure full traceability and high product standards.If you're a procurement professional looking for ownership, flexibility, and impact — we'd love to hear from you.