Position Overview
Role:
Procurement Manager
Department:
Finance
Location:
Dublin
Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent
We are looking for a
Procurement Manager
to lead CCS Cleaning's procurement function across multiple locations. This role is pivotal in driving value, compliance, and efficiency across supplier engagement, purchase order management, and cost control.
The role will also have responsibility for ensuring excellence in transactional processes.
Mission
At CCS Cleaning, our mission is CLEANING TO THE CORE.
We are a
family-run cleaning company
that believes in sustainability for our planet, our people, and our clients.
By cleaning in an environmentally responsible way, we deliver consistent,
high-quality
, and
eco-friendly
results.
CCS serves clients in the
retail
and
hospitality
sectors across
multiple European markets
. Founded in 1967, we now employ
thousands of people across nine countries.
We take pride in our informal work culture and enthusiastic teams, where dedication and collaboration drive everything we do.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement Leadership
* Develop and implement a multi-country procurement strategy aligned with CCS's sustainability, cost-efficiency, and service delivery goals.
* Lead supplier segmentation and vetting processes, ensuring alignment with CCS's sustainability targets and operational standards.
* Drive innovation in procurement practices, including technology adoption and supplier performance tracking.
* Implement structured tracking and comparison of service costs across regions to inform strategic decisions and contract negotiations.
* Work with our Sales and Commercial teams in tendering processes.
* Buil long-term partnerships with suppliers, leveraging CCS's European footprint and operational excellence.
* Act as a strategic advisor to the Leadership team on all procurement matters.
* Collaborate with Finance and Operations to analyse subcontractor costs and benchmark against alternatives for cost-effectiveness.
Transactional Procurement Oversight
* Enforce the 'No PO, No Pay' policy across all departments, ensuring POs are in place before invoice submission to maintain financial control.
* Monitor and improve procurement of KPIs, including PO turnaround times, supplier vetting rates, and invoice accuracy.
* Ensure timely processing of requisitions and vendor onboarding, coordinating with internal teams and external suppliers.
Collaboration & Communication
* Work closely with Finance, AP, and Operations teams to ensure procurement processes support business needs and service delivery.
* Engage with country managers and sites leads to understanding local procurement challenges and tailor solutions accordingly.
Qualifications And Skills
Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in procurement leadership, ideally within multi-site service or facilities management sectors.
* Strong understanding of PO systems, supplier vetting, and invoice workflows.
* Experience with procurement analytics and KPI development.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Familiarity with sustainability frameworks and compliance standards (e.g. Ecovadis).
Desirable Attributes
* Strategic thinker with operational rigor.
* Comfortable navigating change and driving process improvements.
* Collaborative and proactive in cross-functional settings.
* Tech-savvy experience in procurement platforms and ticketing systems.
* Proficient in Microsoft Business Central
Apply now and become part of a growing team We look forward to meeting you