Purchasing Manager

A growing Irish SME is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join in shaping the future of its procurement and supply chain operations. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to bring your expertise in purchasing, supplier management, and process optimisation to an environment that values collaboration and continuous improvement.

What you'll do:

As a Purchasing Manager, you will:

• Lead a team of purchasing and demand planning professionals
• Develop and implement robust purchasing strategies that align with organisational objectives while ensuring cost efficiency and value for money across all procurement activities.
• Manage supplier selection, evaluation, and ongoing relationship management to guarantee high-quality service delivery and adherence to contractual obligations.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, focusing on achieving favourable terms while maintaining positive long-term partnerships built on trust and mutual benefit.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across departments to understand business needs, forecast demand accurately, and ensure timely availability of goods and services.
• Monitor market trends, analyse data, and identify opportunities for process improvements or alternative sourcing options that enhance supply chain resilience.

What you bring:

To excel as a Purchasing Manager, you will have:

• Extensive experience in purchasing or supply chain management roles within medium to large organisations where collaborative teamwork was essential for success.
• Proven track record of developing strategic sourcing plans that delivered measurable cost savings without compromising quality or service levels.
• Strong negotiation skills demonstrated through successful contract management with diverse suppliers across multiple categories.
• Excellent analytical abilities enabling you to interpret complex data sets, identify trends or risks within supply chains, and recommend actionable solutions.
• In-depth understanding of regulatory frameworks governing procurement activities including ethical sourcing standards and industry-specific compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated commitment to nurturing talent within teams by providing mentorship or formal training programmes focused on professional development.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact as a Purchasing Manager within a supportive team environment that values your expertise—apply now!

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