About the Opportunity
This is an exciting time to join a fast-growing organisation with a strong reputation for innovation and quality. Partnering with leading global product providers, the company delivers service and maintenance, HVAC installation, and heat pump solutions to a prestigious portfolio of local and international clients across Ireland and Europe.
You will be part of a motivated and inclusive team, with direct access to senior decision makers, study support, wellbeing resources, international career opportunities, and clear pathways for professional growth in line with ambitious expansion plans.
The Role
As Procurement Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful delivery of high-profile domestic and international projects. You will be responsible for developing procurement strategies, managing supplier performance, and driving value through strong negotiation, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead procurement meetings with contract managers to define project-specific strategies.
* Oversee procurement activities for key projects, including sourcing, negotiation, pricing, supplier selection, and risk management.
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating framework agreements, rebates, and ensuring contractual compliance.
* Develop and implement strategic supply chains both domestically and internationally.
* Assess supplier capabilities and recommend selection in line with qualification processes.
* Ensure compliance with all quality procedures and reporting requirements.
* Prepare clear and accurate procurement reports for divisional and project-level reviews.
* Identify and drive process improvements across departments in collaboration with key stakeholders.
* Monitor supplier performance with the Quality Team and lead supplier review processes.
* Provide insights and data to the Head of Contracts & Procurement to support strategic decisions.
* Champion ESG initiatives within the division in collaboration with ESG Leads.
* Lead the continuous improvement of procurement practices and processes.
* Carry out additional duties as required by the Head of Contracts Department.
Skills & Experience
* Proven ability to manage multiple suppliers and oversee several key projects concurrently across Ireland and Europe.
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in a purchasing or procurement role.
* Experience within engineering and/or the construction industry strongly preferred.
* Relevant third-level qualification (IIPMM or equivalent) desirable.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
* Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
* Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.
* Full training on in-house systems and procedures will be provided.