Our client, a growing Irish family‑owned SME, is seeking a Procurement Manager to take ownership of its procurement function end-to‑end. This is a standalone role, so you'll have real autonomy — building category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving commercial value from the ground up.
The Role
Define and deliver category strategies that align with business goals, focusing on cost optimisation and long‑term value
Own the full sourcing cycle across key categories — market analysis, RFI/RFP, negotiation, and contracting
Build and manage supplier relationships, governance, and performance frameworks, with risk management and sustainability embedded throughout
Work closely with internal stakeholders to capture requirements, forecast demand, and identify savings and service improvements
Develop and implement best‑practice processes, tools, and KPIs, driving compliance and continuous improvement across the business
Ideal Candidate
4+ years’ experience in FMCG organisation
Strong commercial acumen with solid negotiation and contract management skills, including RFP/RFQ execution
Good understanding of procurement governance, risk management, and ethical/sustainable sourcing
A data‑driven approach — comfortable with ERP/procurement systems and analytics tools to track performance and inform decisions
Strong stakeholder management and project management skills
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