Key Responsibilities
Lead and be accountable for the end-to-end procurement, logistics and supply chain operations.
Be accountable for ensuring the highest standards of compliance with EU and Irish Legislation plus all relevant Government policies.
Be accountable for identifying targets and savings through optimising procurement strategies.
Be accountable for the development and maintenance of procurement policies and procedures, in line with applicable regulation and frameworks.
Be accountable for leading, managing and motivating colleagues within the Purchasing and Supplies Department, including the completion of performance achievement and promotion of a positive employee relations climate.
Manage and maximise efficiencies in the planning and control of stock levels in line with budget targets.
To promote and maintain best practice in relation to the protection of inventory and general security of the department.
Maintain awareness of Supplier performance/non-compliance and take timely remedial action as appropriate through a structured contract management programme.
To liaise with Department Heads as required in relation to any aspect of the purchasing function and to promote a customer focused delivery of the Purchasing & Supply chain.
To manage the month end activities within specific deadlines.
To liaise with the Tendering Team on all contracts pertinent to the Purchasing & Supplies Department.
To develop and maintain a comprehensive Management Information System for the department and to furnish statistical data and reports as may be required.
Ongoing review and development of the service in the light of changes within the Hospital and within the field of purchasing and supplies management.
Actively participate on various Committees.
Point of contact for all internal and external audits relevant to the Purchasing & Supplies Department.
Actively support and implement the HSE's green procurement initiatives and sustainability objectives, considering environmental and social impacts in sourcing decisions.
Any other duties deemed appropriate to the post.
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