Buyer - Procurement. 6month FTC

4 weeks ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland Web Summit Group Full time

About us:

How did Web Summit become, in the words of Forbes, "the best tech conference on the planet"? Meaningful connections. Our tech events are unmissable because we make it easier for the right people to meet and connect. Everyone at Web Summit works towards this goal.

And we're just getting started.

We're always looking to build on the impact we have already made at Web Summit. In the coming years we'll take Web Summit to new markets, promoting global connectivity, highlighting important issues and connecting global leaders – all while making a positive impact on the environment and communities we encounter.

To build a better company, we have to better ourselves. We do that by finding the most ambitious people to work with us.

About the team

The Procurement team works across the business to ensure we control costs as our events scale, balancing quality with a return of investment. We also support the Live Events team as they work hand in hand to produce all the elements of our events - from stages to exhibitions through to live operations and attendee experience for Web Summit's Global Events in Lisbon, Vancouver, Rio de Janeiro and Doha.

Please note, this position is a 6 month FTC.


What you will do
  • You will work directly with third-party suppliers, agreeing SLA's and negotiating contracts.
  • You will be part of the procurement link between the Live Event and Finance teams coordinating and managing our production approval process.
  • You will be responsible for the purchase of goods, materials and services to ensure that the company's operational needs are met.
  • You will negotiate contracts, improve prices and terms of business with suppliers to deliver savings.
  • You will build and maintain effective and productive relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
  • You will effectively communicate & negotiate with an attention to detail that operates at a high level using interpersonal and influencing skills to advance your goals.
  • You will use your analytical ability to problem solve and think on your feet, react rapidly to situations and identify cost-effective solutions.
  • You will purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets.
  • You will use financial analysis with key suppliers i.e. tracking budgets, forecasts and spend data to benchmark supplier pricing in the marketplace to ensure you get the best deal possible.
  • You will manage supplier performance and SLA's
Skills required
  • Fluent in Portuguese and English
  • First-hand experience working within a procurement function with a minimum of three years experience.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication, relationship management and good influencing skills to be able to work across all levels within the organisation.
  • Working knowledge of best practice buying and negotiating strategies.
  • Experience of financial analysis.
  • Ability to summarise and present key findings in a clear and concise way
  • Excellent communication and writing skillsGreat attention to detailExcellent commercial acumen and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to multitask and operate in a fast-paced environment.
  • Work across multiple teams and easily adapt to change.
  • Identifying efficiencies in process improvements
  • Excellent Microsoft Excel, Word and Powerpoint skills

Benefits and perks:

- Hybrid-working model open to all employees.

- Fully subsidised healthcare, dental, employee assistance programme (EAP) and more.

- Pension contribution up to 6%(Irish based only)

- A dedicated in-house L&D department, with access to workshops, online learning and resources to help you excel in your career development.

- Company laptop, generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.

- Our very own Tramway Team, which drives community and morale-boosting events for employees to participate in.

- Annual company get-togethers, charity days, and monthly wellbeing talks.

- Wellness subsidy issued to all employees of €1000 per year

At Web Summit, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We want talent from all walks of life to help us on our journey to digitise the conference sector. Hiring decisions are made purely on experience, skills and the needs of the business.

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