Cpl is partnering with a long-established wholesale distribution business based in Cork to find an Assistant Procurement Manager to join their procurement team. This is a great opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional to support strategy, range and supplier management across a diverse product portfolio, with strong potential to grow into a more strategic role over time.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with high energy, strong analytical ability, and the confidence to engage stakeholders across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the development and implementation of procurement strategy aligned to company and category goals
- Monitoring market dynamics, competitive landscape and emerging trends to inform decisions and mitigate risk
- Managing product ranges to ensure a competitive, innovative assortment
- Overseeing supply and fulfilment processes, including forecasting, purchase orders and stock transfers
- Optimising inventory levels to minimise stockouts and excess stock
- Leading cost optimisation through negotiation, RFPs/RFQs and bid evaluation
- Tracking performance against sales, cost, margin, service and stock targets
- Building and overseeing supplier relationships to drive availability, innovation and continuous improvement
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Strong bachelor's degree in Procurement, Business, Supply Chain, Economics or a related field
- 3-5 years' proven experience with strong commercial acumen
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and market trends
- Proven procurement and negotiation experience, with a track record of optimising cost while building supplier relationships
- Strong communication, engagement and presentation skills
- Experience managing projects and multiple priorities across stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and experience with ERP/purchasing platforms
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