Strategic Procurement Specialist

1 week ago


Cookstown, United Kingdom VanRath Full time

VanRath is assisting a leading global industry player in the quarry sector with the recruitment of a seasoned Procurement Manager.

This permanent role will be based in our client's office in Cookstown, Northern Ireland.

The successful candidate can expect a highly competitive salary, which is fully negotiable, and excellent progression opportunities, as well as market-leading benefits.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Create and implement sourcing, supplier management, and category strategies that align with cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
  • Analyze market trends to identify opportunities and risks within various categories.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of global market conditions and proactively address potential supply chain disruptions.
  • Manage supplier relationships, focusing on cost reduction, product improvement, and ensuring production, delivery, and capacity requirements.
  • Conduct detailed cost analyses of components and manufacturing processes to ensure the highest quality at the lowest cost.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to develop repeatable or standard product structures for simplified product allocation.
  • Serve as the procurement liaison for new product launches, overseeing sourcing activities to meet project cost and timeline goals.
  • E nsure procurement practices comply with all regulatory requirements, identifying and addressing any gaps.
  • IDentify potential risks within the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure suppliers adhere to regulatory requirements, company policies, and ethical standards.
  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in procurement is required.

We welcome applications from experienced procurement professionals looking for a challenging opportunity in the quarry industry. For further information about this vacancy or other job openings in Belfast and wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jack Groves at Vanrath in confidence.



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