Procurement Specialist

Procurement SpecialistLocation: Dublin City Working Model: 5 days on-siteOur client is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage end-to-end procurement across IT and non-IT categories, focusing on sourcing, supplier management, cost optimisation and strong governance.Key ResponsibilitiesManage full procurement lifecycle, including renewals and sourcing new requirements.Develop and maintain category sourcing strategies.Identify savings and lead commercial negotiations.Manage supplier relationships, contracts, and supply-chain risks.Collaborate with IT, Finance, Legal and Compliance to ensure best-practice processes.Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes through to contract award.Ensure contract terms are commercially strong and compliant across jurisdictions.Provide procurement guidance to stakeholders and promote effective collaboration.Analyse spend, consumption and supplier performance.Report on expenditure, savings and audit requirements.Qualifications & ExperienceDegree in a relevant field and 3+ years' procurement/vendor-management experience, ideally in a regulated environment.Experience in structured procurement processes, vendor evaluation, SOWs, pricing and contract negotiation.Strong understanding of supplier policies and standard contract terms.Excellent negotiation, prioritisation and risk-management skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.Analytical and detail-oriented, with experience in reporting and process optimisation.Proactive, accountable and aligned with a high-performance culture.