Procurement Manager

Role overview

An established financial organisation is looking for experienced IT procurement specialists to support a transformation programme on a contract basis. The role sits within a central procurement function and focuses on running sourcing activity, working with suppliers, and keeping procurement data and documentation accurate. The assignment is expected to last 6 months, with a possibility of extension. The working model is hybrid, with 2 days each week required in Dublin city centre.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate sourcing exercises such as RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, pricing requests, and tender evaluations.
• Draft, review, and maintain sourcing documents so they remain accurate and aligned with category plans and governance standards.
• Carry out supplier research, market reviews, cost analysis, and validation of performance information to inform commercial decisions.
• Handle supplier communication during sourcing processes, including clarifications and collection of submitted information.
• Keep procurement records complete, accurate, and ready for audit within procurement platforms and tools such as Coupa.
• Contribute to improvements in sourcing workflows, turnaround times, and overall data quality.
• Work closely with category teams, hub colleagues, business stakeholders, and suppliers to support delivery.

Candidate profile

• A bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of prior procurement experience, ideally within technology categories.
• Experience in financial services or a similar regulated environment is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, with proven capability in analysing data, producing accurate documentation, and resolving issues.
• Comfort using procurement systems and tools, including Coupa or comparable platforms.

Why this opportunity stands out

You will join a central procurement hub that supports high-priority sourcing work across the organisation. The position offers exposure to a range of categories, senior stakeholders, and a regulated procurement setting.

Additional information

This is an urgent requirement. The employer is seeking 3 Procurement Managers for an IT sourcing transformation project. The role is onsite in a hybrid format, with 2 days per week in Dublin city centre. The contract is scheduled for 6 months and may be extended.