Regional Procurement Manager

VANRATH is partnering with a world-leading apparel manufacturer to recruit an experienced Regional Procurement Manager for their production facility in Derry.

This is a pivotal position, responsible for enhancing procurement strategies across the European region and driving continuous improvements in supply chain performance.

Highlights of the Role

• Leadership Scope: Oversee and develop a high-performing European procurement team, managing strategies across multiple production plants and regional offices.

• Strategic Impact: Shape supply chain performance through contract negotiation, process optimisation, and cost-reduction initiatives.

• Global Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional and international teams to maintain efficiency and deliver business objectives.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the European procurement function, setting and implementing strategies across various manufacturing sites and offices.

• Negotiate supplier contracts in line with corporate guidelines, engaging relevant teams in legal, treasury, and risk as required.

• Reduce supply chain vulnerabilities by diversifying sources and streamlining processes.

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while tracking performance against agreed KPIs.

• Collaborate with internal departments-including operations, technical, logistics, business, finance, and trade-to identify opportunities for savings and efficiency gains.

• Produce regular reports on procurement activity, savings, and performance, ensuring compliance with internal controls and legal requirements.

• Champion continuous improvement in procurement practices and promote adoption of best-in-class systems and processes.

Essential Criteria

• Degree in business administration, finance, procurement, supply chain management, or similar discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain, including leadership/team management.

• Demonstrated success in procuring both direct materials (raw materials, packaging, energy) and indirect goods/services (MRO, supplies).

• Knowledge of ERP systems with a focus on procurement functions and an understanding of end-to-end requisition-to-pay processes.

• Strong organisational, analytical, and negotiation abilities with proven cross-functional collaboration.

• Understanding of international trade requirements and ability to negotiate complex terms.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Experience with SAP P2P and/or SAP Ariba in multinational or multi-site environments.

• CIPS certification in procurement and supply.

• Competence with BI or Power BI tools for data interpretation.