Indirect Procurement Specialist – North Dublin

Indirect Procurement Specialist – North Dublin

We are seeking a skilled Indirect Procurement Specialist to manage procurement activities, optimize costs, and oversee vendor negotiations for non-material purchases. This role plays a key part in ensuring value for money while maintaining efficient contract management and compliance.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for handling procurement processes, managing supplier contracts, and implementing cost-saving initiatives across various indirect procurement areas, including facilities, services, freight, and capital expenditure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and tenders for CAPEX projects, contract renewals, and general non-material expenditures.
• Develop and maintain an Approved Vendor List (AVL) for non-material purchases.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve OPEX efficiency.
• Utilize e-tendering and digital procurement tools for contract management and vendor selection.
• Provide commercial support to procurement teams and assist in high-value vendor negotiations.
• Lead cross-functional procurement projects and drive process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and manage vendor performance across the site.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Level 8 qualification in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of contract law and its application in procurement.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, vendor negotiations, and indirect procurement.
• Proven experience in managing tenders and commercial contracts, including CAPEX and OPEX.

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Strong knowledge of procurement tools, KPIs, and digital procurement platforms.
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to analyze data and drive informed decisions.
• Financially astute, with a clear understanding of cost implications in procurement decisions.
• Skilled negotiator with expertise in securing favorable contract terms beyond cost alone.
• Strong communication, presentation, and business writing skills.
• Ability to manage supplier escalations and influence vendor performance effectively.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic procurement initiatives, improve operational efficiencies, and drive cost savings in a dynamic and evolving environment.