Procurement Manager- Longford

My client, a leading structural steel business based in Co. Longford, is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead and develop its Procurement function across Ireland and the UK.

This is a senior management position offering the opportunity to take ownership of purchasing, supplier relationships, commercial negotiations, cost control and stock management, while leading and developing the Procurement team.

Working closely with key departments across the business, including Estimating, Quantity Surveying, Finance, Production and Site Operations, you will play a key role in ensuring the efficient delivery of projects and the continued development of the company's procurement strategy.

My client offers a competitive salary package and a range of additional benefits

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage procurement and purchasing activities across Ireland and UK operations.
• Source materials, equipment, small plant and services to meet project and operational requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, supply agreements and commercial terms with suppliers.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, delivery and service levels.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive improvements in purchasing efficiencies and commercial terms.
• Monitor material prices, market conditions and supplier lead times to support effective purchasing decisions.
• Oversee stock control, material availability and the effective operation of the Stores function.
• Ensure appropriate purchasing controls, purchase orders and supplier records are maintained.
• Identify and resolve supplier, delivery and material-related issues.
• Provide procurement, pricing and supplier reports and information to senior management.
• Lead, motivate and develop the Procurement team, managing workloads, priorities and employee development.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement systems, processes and reporting.
• Support the ongoing development and implementation of the company's procurement strategy.

Essential Requirements:

• Strong experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain management.
• Previous experience managing and developing a procurement or purchasing team.
• Strong commercial awareness with proven negotiation and cost-control skills.
• Demonstrable experience managing supplier relationships and commercial agreements.
• Good understanding of purchasing, procurement and stock-control processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• A practical, proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem-solving.
• Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft 365.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Experience within structural steel, construction, engineering or manufacturing would be a distinct advantage.

Apply today with your CV or contact Rachael Pando of FRS Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

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