Purchasing & Procurement ManagerCo. ClareManufacturing firm with multinational and local presenceOpportunities internally for development and career trajectoriesBackgroundOur client is a multinational manufacturing company in the Clare area with huge global and local presence. The team are in search of a Purchasing and Procurement Manager to join the team as they expand the enterprise - this is a BRAND NEW position to the team.What's on offer?Competitive salary and benefitsDevelopment opportunities internally for growth and promotionOpportunity to work with experts in the field through a period of expansion and growthKey ResponsibilitiesManage a team of 3 direct reports, and develop to create a high performing procurement function.Develop supplier relationships across the globe.Oversee purchase order approvals.Identify initiatives for cost saving and stock reduction.Key Skills RequiredDegree related to Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field.3+ years experience within purchasing and procurement in a manufacturing environment ideally.Experience in supplier relationship management, and delivering on optimizations with cost reduction.