Category Buyer Executive

Procurement Dept. Iarnród Éireann

Inchicore, Dublin 8

The Procurement Category Buyer will manage the operational delivery, on behalf of the Category Manager, of the procurement management service fulfilling the requirements of the allocated category. This person should be confident and commercially minded while able to demonstrate an analytical mind-set with excellent attention to detail and resilient negotiation skills.   In addition, the Procurement Category Buyer will assist the Category Manager in:    • Enhancing procurement standards of excellence throughout the business, inputting into the strategic framework on how the procurement department can deliver value to business stakeholders.    • Enhancing the commercial focus of procurement activities by identifying and drawing on synergies across functions/business units as well as using market insight to enhance the internal knowledge base.   • Role Scope: Irish Rail and CIE Holding Company Area of Responsibility: Delivery of Procurement Goals for the allocated category to best procurement practice.        EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:  The ideal candidate will have:    • 2-4 years purchasing experience with experience in good sourcing practice and processes.    • SAP / ERP experience.    • Background of public sector procurement.   • An accredited qualification in procurement.        ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:    • 12 – 24 Month Fixed Term Contract - €55,608.98 per Annum (€57,976.32 after 12 months service.   • Annual Leave – 25 per annum.    • 36 hour working week – 09:00 – 17:15.   • Applications in the form of an up to date C.V and cover letter should be emailed to: Sharedservicesrecruit@irishrail.ie.   • The Selection process may involve an interview were candidates can discuss their experiences, motivations and aptitude for the role. Notice for an interview will be expressed a minimum of five days before the interview date.       CLOSING DATE OF CAMPAIGN: Close of Business, Friday 09/10/2020.        Application details/procedure: https://www.irishrail.ie/About-Us/Company-Information/Career-Opportunities-at-Iarnrod-Eireann.         Please note that this advertisement is being hosted by the Public Appointments Service on publicjobs.ie. The Public Appointments Service has no involvement in, or responsibility for, the recruitment and selection process or the terms and conditions which relate to this post.

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