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We have an exciting opportunity for a Global Procurement Director to join a leading CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) business at their offices based near Dublin.
This is a key leadership role responsible for defining and executing global category strategies for the high-impact portfolio of Packaging.
As Global Procurement Director, you will drive value creation through innovation, risk mitigation, supplier collaboration, sustainability, and commercial excellence.
Key responsibilities as Global Procurement Director include:
* Manage and mentor a high-performing team, promoting a culture of collaboration, learning, and career development
* Serve as a senior Procurement leader, managing strategic sourcing and category management activities across a critical portfolio
* Develop and implement multi-year global category strategies aligned with corporate objectives
* Influence stakeholders across R&D, Operations, Finance, Marketing, and BU Procurement to gain alignment on key sourcing strategies
* Build long-term supplier partnerships focused on innovation, performance, and environmental/social responsibility goals
* Lead market intelligence efforts, identifying trends and risks to inform sourcing strategies and business continuity
The ideal candidate profile:
* Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field (professional qualifications preferred)
* 10+ years of senior Procurement and Category Management experience in global, complex environments
* Strong background in CPG, manufacturing, or food & beverage industries is highly desirable
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, particularly in matrixed organisations
* Demonstrated experience in team leadership and talent development
* Strategic thinker with outstanding project management and communication skills
This is a rare opportunity to play a strategic leadership role within a dynamic and globally connected Procurement function. You’ll have the chance to influence the direction of category strategy, mentor a talented team, and make a real business impact from day one.
EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.
If you are interested in applying for this Global Procurement Director role, please register your interest using the link below. Alternatively, please send your CV to neil.cope@emearecruitment.com or for a confidential conversation please call Neil in our Switzerland office on +41 41 588 1867
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re only able to contact those selected for the next stage of the process. If you haven’t heard from us within five working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful. Please continue to explore future opportunities at www.emearecruitment.com
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Purchasing, Management, and Strategy/Planning
* Industries
Packaging and Containers Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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