Sourcing Lead- CapexOperations Lead will focus on Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Program delivery, Client Stakeholder Management and Operations management for Capex Category in FMCG Industry, to deliver all contractual KPI's, including Savings Targets, Timely Project Delivery and Consistent project execution Quality.Qualifications:· Bachelor's Degree (Engineering Degree preferred)· 6-7 years' experience in Sourcing and Procurement of Capex category· Experienced in working with Global Teams / Clients· Business English Minimum C1, CIPS, MCIPS, CPMS as an advantage· Hands-on experience in managing (e)sourcing projects across different categories· Experience in drafting sourcing plans, business case creation, sourcing execution.· Experience in project or program management, deep understanding of e-sourcing tools.· Knowledge of negotiations and contract drafting· Understanding of supplier market in the consumer goods industry· Exposure to e-procurement tools like Ketera, Ariba, Click Commerce or similar.· Experience in usage of Porters 5 forces, SWOT analysis.Key Skills:· Sourcing & Procurement Management:o Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and be able to Guide Team & Stakeholders.o Map Client requirements by understanding the needs of Business Users & Engineering Groupso Develop detailed Sourcing Project Charters through defining project background, objectives and strategies to be followed.o Deep knowledge of RFX processes (SOW writing, quoting matrix, technical and commercial evaluation, suppliers' interaction etc.)o Drive effectively a team, assigning responsibilities and setting project goals.· SME understanding of Capex category & associated Global Supplier search, evaluation and selection.· Well-versed and hands-on Contract management process· Documents Management with strong organization skills (meetings minutes, RFX documentation, emails, etc.)· Lead and where applicable assist / coach the team in negotiation with suppliers.· Strong Supplier Relationship Management skills, to build long term Supplier relationship to drive value.· Ability to derive Market Intelligence through secondary reports and macro events to identify Supply Chain Risks and adopt Sourcing Strategy to deliver value· Identification of Sourcing opportunities/ projectso Spend analysis and management.o Supplier rationalizationo Preferred Suppliers developmento Catalog program development and execution.o Savings deliveryo Ensure compliance with policies and audit requirements & driving compliance for entire Capex delivery team.· Good hands-on knowledge of ERP & Sourcing Project Management Tools & Systems such as SAP, Ariba, Coupa or similar.· Ability to guide team members / suppliers / stakeholders on Client's procurement policies and processes.· The candidate must have strong analytical capability, including advanced MS Excel skills.Soft skills:· Fluent English with excellent written and verbal communication skills (email, by phone or 121)· Focused on Customer Service to maximize customer satisfaction level (preferably experienced in a client facing role in Service Provider-Client set up)· Transformation Mindset: ability to identify and project manage transformation /improvement opportunities.· The candidate must have demonstrated people management of diverse, cross-cultural and Global teams.· Ability to coach / mentor and develop team members.· Organized and Proactive with day-to-day tasks and goal oriented· Highest degree of ethics and integrity & attention to detail and ability to prioritize activities.Job Type: Fixed termContract length: 24 monthsBenefits:Employee assistance programEmployee discountPrivate medical insuranceSick payWellness programExperience:Sourcing and Procurement of Capex category : 6 years (preferred)Language:English (required)Work authorisation:Ireland (required)Location:Cork, County Cork (preferred)Work Location: In person