Procurement Manager

Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre Procurement Manager to support a range of commercial activity in the Group Procurement Function.  Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this is a key role within the Cairn Procurement Team. At Cairn, our vision is to lead the future of homebuilding in Ireland and our talented team of people are the key to our success. The desired candidate should be a team player who is process driven, curious and has a continuous improvement and a strategic mindset. 

Key responsibilities

Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:

*        Support with the development of long-term strategic procurement objectives and be a key enabler to the successful execution of these strategic objectives.

*        Identify and champion improvements to current procurement processes while contributing to the wider Procurement team strategy.

*        Working cross functionally, identify areas for more efficient and effective procurement across the organisation and support the realisation of these efficiencies.

*        Develop strategic procurement content and reporting to support the communication and delivery of procurement activity.

*        Support the role out and continued development of our digital procurement strategy.

*        Working across stakeholder groups, support in the development and evolution of Cairns Responsible Sourcing Programme.

*        Monitor and report on market trends, industry best practices, innovation and technological advancements to proactively identify potential strategic initiatives.

*        Lead the development of Category Planning frameworks for Key Sub-Contract Packages to identify and manage risks and opportunities within the supply chain.

*        Cultivate and mange relationships with existing and new strategic supply chain partners to drive innovation and value for the business.

*        Track and report on wider industry commercial trends and oversee the management of the Cairn inflation tracker.

*        Have a strong innovation focus, including looking at new products and technologies and participating in the comparative analysis processes.

*        Lead and manage direct reports, setting objectives and providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.

• Be a driving force behind broader data analysis and reporting objectives of the Procurement team

The candidate;

• Bachelor's degree in construction, Quantity Surveying (QS), supply chain management, Business or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction, Quantity Surveying (QS), or procurement, with a focus on strategic sourcing and supplier management.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Proven experience in identifying and realizing strategic opportunities within the supply chain.
• In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices, category management, and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills, with a track record of achieving cost savings and value-added outcomes.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strong attention to detail.
• Ability to influence at all levels.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• An ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets.
• Good IT skills with competency in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint and experience with eProcurement tools.
• A willingness to attend training and to develop relevant knowledge, techniques and skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and work as part of a team
• To be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative
• To be able to co-ordinate a number of different tasks at the same time.
• To be willing to accept overall project responsibility
• Additional tasks will be allocated to reflect increasing levels of development and experience.
• A continuous improvement mindset

Working with Cairn Homes:

At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.

We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include;

• Competitive salary
• Performance related bonus
• Pension scheme with matching contributions
• Full health insurance with Irish Life health
• Annual salary review
• Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
• Paid maternity & paternity leave
• Free Cairn annual leave days
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
• Tax saver - travel and bike to work
• Culture Committee
• Talent Development Programmes
• Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)

The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.

At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential. Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.