Senior Procurement Lead

As the Senior Procurement Lead, you will work across the Speed Fibre Group, reporting to the Head of Procurement & Carrier Relations, managing the end-to-end procurement process. The role will work cross-functionally with various departments and project teams across a variety of category spend /direct and indirect procurement, and cost saving projects.

We operate a hybrid working model, with 2 days per week in Dublin offices. This role reports directly to the Head of Procurement & Carrier Relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across all group entities, as well as with external supply partners and carriers.
• Identify, lead and support measurable cost savings/reduction initiatives to drive value across procurement activities in line with business objectives.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for all categories of goods and services, direct and indirect procurement, ensuring process efficiency and compliance.
• Lead procurement activities as a senior point of contact and decision maker within the department.
• Ensure all procurement activities align with company policies and procedures, including oversight of approval workflows and compliance.
• Represent the Procurement function in cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives ensuring strong governance and compliance.
• Engage with key stakeholders to understand business needs and procurement requirements, both for individual projects and ongoing operations.
• Source and onboard new suppliers in accordance with group governance standards; manage vendor relationships, performance, and compliance.
• Lead contract /operational spend negotiations as required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement systems and processes, including involvement in system upgrades or new implementations.
• Manage, track, prepare, and produce monthly reports/metrics.
• Champion the Company's Values throughout operational performance.
• Adherence to the Group's Performance Management process and objectives.
• Participate in appropriate business and professional associations, networks, and activities relevant to the company's interests.
• Advise and interact with senior management in respect of their area's responsibility.
• Lead and manage Purchasing Specialist role.

Beyond procurement expertise, we're looking for someone who can build credibility with senior stakeholders, contribute constructively to discussions and decision-making, and demonstrate initiative in identifying opportunities and moving priorities forward.

Key Skills / Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience procurement role.
• Third level qualification in Procurement / Supply Chain Management / Business.
• Experience in the Telecommunications /ICT market particular SME required
• Previous leadership experience
• Ability to influence, align views and gain consensus, and provide clarity on what needs to be achieved.
• Strong communication skills, with excellent spoken and written English,
• Experience with ERP /financial systems required.
• Ability to engage and negotiate with customers, colleagues, contractors, vendors, third party distributors and multiple stakeholders, forming effective relationships.
• Previous experience of change management a distinct advantage.
• High energy, strong work ethic, drive, integrity, can do attitude, ability to work independently and problem solving.
• Strong business acumen is essential in this role.

What we offer

• Generous company pension contribution.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing each year up to 28 days.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Diverse and welcoming work environment - awarded Investors in Diversity Silver award in 2023 and 2025.
• Awarded Great Place to Work in 2024 & 2025.
• Hybrid working model.
• Training & educational assistance programmes.
• Monthly wellbeing initiatives.
• Charity partnership & community volunteer days.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Death in Service/Long Term Disability Benefit.

Speed Fibre Group (the home of Enet, Enet Communications and Magnet+) is an inclusive employer, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for potential and existing employees with any kind of disability. Should you wish to request a reasonable accommodation we encourage you to let us know when you apply