Public Procurement Specialist

About the Role

Long O Donnell is seeking experienced sourcing, procurement, or supply chain officers with strong public procurement expertise to support a client located in Cork. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Carry out requirement gathering exercises and formalize tender documentation and timelines.
• Collaborate with internal and external legal teams to ensure compliance and support procurement activities.
• Plan and allocate resources efficiently based on pipeline activities and organizational needs.
• Prepare tender documentation, including Invitations to Tender (IITT), contract notices, and contract award notices.
• Maintain thorough document control throughout procurement processes.
• Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to achieve optimal terms.
• Perform post-sourcing event reviews, documenting lessons learned, and share with relevant teams including Category Management, contract management, and Supplier Relationship Management.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience working in public procurement is essential.
• Procurement-related qualifications are desirable.
• Proficient in Office 365 suite, particularly MS Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with electronic procurement (e-procurement) tools.
• Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end procurement processes and strategic sourcing approaches.
• Demonstrated expertise in supplier identification, tendering, evaluation, and selection.
• Skilled in gathering, analyzing, and challenging stakeholder requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry capabilities.
• Knowledgeable about contracting options, including managing terms and conditions administration.