Chief Procurement Strategist

2 days ago

Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland beBeeStrategic Full time €55,000 - €85,000
Job Opportunity:

A commercially astute procurement leader is required to develop and implement a strategic procurement function across our organisation. This newly created role will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and play a key role in establishing structured purchasing processes, consolidating suppliers, and driving commercial value through strategic sourcing and cost control.

Key Responsibilities:Procurement Leadership
  • Establish a centralised procurement framework and implement an effective requisition approval system across the business.
  • Promote planned purchasing practices to reduce unnecessary urgent buying and encourage long-term forecasting.
Category & Supplier Management
  • Manage procurement across core spend categories: fuel, fleet, workwear, tools, inventory, office supplies, IT, utilities, hotels, fit out and more.
  • Apply the 80/20 rule—focus on building strategic relationships with key suppliers, driving 80% of spend through 20% of partners.
  • Negotiate and implement supplier deals, group-wide contracts, and rebate agreements.
  • Attend industry events and ensure that our current range is evolving to meet the demands of expanding customer base.
Cost Control & Process Improvement
  • Deliver measurable cost savings through smarter procurement and supplier consolidation.
  • Introduce streamlined, compliant procurement processes with clear visibility and control.
  • Work closely with operational teams to align procurement activity with business needs.
Stakeholder Engagement
  • Partner with managers across sites to understand requirements, set purchasing expectations, and implement best practices.
  • Educate internal stakeholders on procurement policies and the value of strategic sourcing.
Requirements:
  • 5–10 years' experience in a central procurement or purchasing leadership role, ideally in industrial, construction, or engineering sectors.
  • Proven ability to implement procurement systems, negotiate contracts, and lead supplier consolidation initiatives.
  • Strong commercial and analytical mindset with a practical, hands-on approach.
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills across operational and senior leadership levels.
  • Based in or willing to relocate to Dublin or London, with flexibility to travel as needed.
Desirable:
  • Experience in inspection, lifting, safety equipment, or technical services industries.
  • Knowledge of procurement tools and systems.
  • Professional qualifications (e.g. CIPS or equivalent).

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