Job Description
Procurement Manager sought for multinational Aviation client in Shannon, Co. Clare. 12-month contract with potential for longer term.
Job Description:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of materials, parts, equipment, and services necessary for the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft.
This role involves ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality sourcing to support the operational needs of the facility while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies.
Main Responsibilities:
• Develop and execute the Purchasing strategy, plans, and initiatives for both sites in Shannon.
• Analyse market trends, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and identify opportunities for cost savings and quality improvements.
• Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and performance.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure favourable terms and conditions.
• Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and audits.
• Inventory and Demand Planning: Collaborate with the maintenance and operations teams to forecast demand for parts and materials.
• Implement inventory management practices to optimize stock levels and minimize obsolescence.
• Monitor inventory usage and adjust purchasing plans accordingly.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure all purchased materials and services comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality standards.
• Work closely with the Quality Assurance department to resolve any issues related to non-conforming materials.
• Cost Control and Budget Management: Develop and manage the purchasing department budget.
• Monitor expenditures and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Prepare financial reports and analysis for senior management.
• Team Leadership and Development: Lead, develop, coach, and support the Purchasing team across each site.
• Ensure appropriate succession planning is in place (where applicable) across the team.
• Set performance goals and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the team.
• Ensure that all staff are trained on the safety aspects associated with their work.
• Relationship Management: Build productive relationships with internal stakeholders and employees on all levels.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments such as maintenance, engineering, finance, and logistics to align procurement activities with overall business objectives.
• Participate in cross-functional projects to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Technology and Systems Management: Utilise procurement software and ERP systems to manage purchasing activities and data.
• Implement new technologies and systems to enhance procurement processes and performance.
Candidate Requirements:
• 5+ years of management experience.
• 6+ years of experience in Purchasing with relevant qualifications.
• Successful track record of relationship building, problem solving, influence, proactivity, and sound judgement.
• Problem solver with excellent organisational and project management skills, and the ability to be timely, responsive, and resourceful.
• Proven ability to work independently and collectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, as well as the ability to escalate appropriately.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work directly with cross-functional leaders and partners.
• Strong attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
• Flexible and adaptable in a changing environment.
• Proven success working with all roles and levels of management.
• Must be able to perform well under pressure.
• Excellent vendor and customer orientation.
• Self-motivated, confident, and methodical.
• Excellent analytical and conceptual skills.
• Fast comprehension, objective, and reliable judgement.
• Will be required to travel for business purposes.
• Ability to generate new ideas and identify potential for improvement within the Department.