Procurement Lead
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing and category management activities within the construction / infrastructure sector, in line with EU public procurement directives and Irish public procurement regulations. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering value through effective procurement strategies, supplier relationship management, and compliance with public sector procurement frameworks. 
Responsibilities:

• Review and implement category strategies for construction-related goods, services, and works.
• Lead end-to-end procurement processes in compliance with EU public procurement directives and national regulations.
• Manage tendering activities including review of specifications, evaluation criteria, and contract award documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure service delivery meets agreed key performance indicators and service level agreements.
• Support risk management, sustainability, and social value initiatives within the procurement function.
• Provide expert advice on procurement legislation, frameworks, and best practices.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and procurement transformation projects.

• Lead and manage key procurement activities and the overall development, execution and success of the assigned procurement packages.
• Review and implement the Client’s procurement policies, processes and controls to ensure that all purchases are executed in line with the associated procurement strategy and sourcing strategy.
• Maintain up to date best practice knowledge on relevant regulations, market intelligence, commodity trends and new sources of supply.
• Monitor marketplace developments and communicate these to client’s personnel

• Proven experience in procurement category management within the construction / infrastructure industry.
• Strong knowledge of EU Public Procurement rules, including OJEU/TED procedures and frameworks.
• Experience managing complex tenders and contracts in a regulated environment.
• Experience with NEC, JCT, or FIDIC contract forms.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in procurement systems and tools (e.g., eTendering platforms, ERP systems).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant university degree in Procurement, Commercial Management, Finance, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Law, Project Management, or other related discipline. (CIPS qualification desirable).

• Ability to operate and execute effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and challenging deadlines.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the business, markets, and regulations it operates within.
• Demonstrates a highly effective understanding and ability to utilise supplier market dynamics and analysis.
• Process-oriented with strong analytical skills and creative problem-solving capabilities.
• Highly effective change management skills in complex and multidiscipline environments.
• Demonstrates very strong business acumen preferably with experience in multiple business sectors.