Purchasing & Procurement Manager

Are you a strategic leader with proven expertise in purchasing and procurement within a manufacturing environment?
We are seeking an experienced Purchasing & Procurement Manager to lead a growing team and optimise a global supply chain. This is a full-time, permanent position based in Shannon, Co. Clare.

Organisation

This company is a well-established manufacturer with both a strong local presence and worldwide expertise in a highly specialised field. Supplying customers across Europe, China, and the USA, they operate in a fast-paced, engineered-to-order environment and pride themselves on quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. As they scale from an SME to a medium-sized enterprise, they are seeking a driven and commercially minded professional to play a key role in the next phase of their growth.

Responsibilities

The purchasing & Procurement Manager leads a team of three in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will drive supplier performance, cost control, and inventory optimisation across a global supply chain, playing a key part in the company's growth. Responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage an operational purchasing team of three, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and components;
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships worldwide, driving improved quality, cost reductions, and supply consistency;
• Monitor and deliver departmental KPIs on on-time delivery, supplier performance, stock levels, and cost savings;
• Implement and oversee Supplier Managed Inventory (SMI) strategies with key vendors;
• Identify and deliver freight cost savings and stock reduction initiatives;
• Oversee purchase order creation, approvals, and compliance with the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and company policy;
• Maintain and evolve procurement processes in line with ISO and QMS standards;
• Collaborate cross-functionally with production, engineering, and warehousing to ensure inventory accuracy and material availability;
• Support accurate forecasting and long-term supplier planning;
• Mentor and develop purchasing team members to build a high-performing, results-driven function.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package (DOE);
• Full-time, permanent position in a growing business;
• Opportunity to shape and lead a procurement function during an exciting growth phase;
• Supportive and collaborative team culture;
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Criteria

• Degree or diploma in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field;
• Minimum 5 years' purchasing and procurement leadership experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment;
• Proven track record in supplier management, cost reduction, and achieving performance targets;
• Excellent commercial and financial acumen, with experience negotiating international supplier agreements and logistics contracts;
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel;
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Interested in this opportunity and meet the criteria?
Please contact Kimberly de Ruiter on 086 467 2393 or send your CV directly to [email protected]. For further details or other questions regarding this role or other opportunities, please feel free to get in touch.