Procurement Specialist

CPi Technology Ltd; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health scheme

Pension plan

On-site parking

EV charging

Flexible working

Job summary

CPi Biotech, Cork-based biopharma engineering firm, seeks a Procurement Specialist to oversee procurement operations, drive automation, and optimize supplier relationships. You will collaborate with planning and operations to maintain optimal inventory and cost-effective sourcing.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making, ERP/S&OP engagement, and dashboard reporting using Power BI and Excel to monitor performance and support production planning.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of procurement or inventory management experience.
• Experience with ERP systems and S&OP processes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office with pivot tables & advanced formulas.
• Hands-on experience with Power Platform tools (Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate) or similar automation/reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage optimal inventory levels to support production.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Support S&OP processes and manage the ERP system to advance production planning.
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports (Power BI, Excel) to track metrics.

Skills

Power BI

Power Automate

Excel

ERP systems

S&OP processes

Vendor management

Data analytics

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Power Platform

ERP software

Job description

Procurement Specialist Bob Stokes 2026-07-29T10:29:21+01:00

Job Description

CPi Biotech is a rapidly growing, Irish-owned Biopharma Engineering Company based in Cork. As a leading manufacturer of single-use technologies (SUTs)—including single-use assemblies and bioprocessing skid systems,we support top-tier biopharmaceutical companies across Ireland, Europe, and North America.

The successful candidate would be joining the company at a key and exciting time in the company’s growth as we expand our operations and customer base.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Procurement Specialist to join our growing team in Little Island, Cork. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing procurement operations while working closely with planning and operations teams, ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services while maintaining strong vendor relationships. This role also drives data-led decision-making and process automation across procurement.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Management (Procurement)

• Manage optimal inventory levels to support production
• Monitor reorder points, shelf life, and expiry to prevent shortages or obsolescence
• Check materials availability against production demand through close collaboration with planning and operations teams
• Resolve procurement-related issues and disputes in a timely manner

Operations & Supplier Management

• Support and participate in production scheduling based on orders and demand
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Support S&OP processes and manage the ERP system to advance production planning

Processes, Data & Stakeholder Management

• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives, process improvements and automation
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports (e.g., Power BI, Excel) to track inventory levels and supplier performance
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across operations, quality, and other functions
• Collaborate with suppliers and external teams

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or inventory management
• Experience with ERP systems and S&OP processes
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (pivot tables, advanced formulas)
• Hands-on experience with Power Platform tools (Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate) or similar automation/reporting tools is highly desirable

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including Company Health Scheme and Pension Plan
• Opportunities for career advancement in a rapidly expanding company
• A dynamic, supportive work environment with a focus on professional growth
• Sports & Social Club
• On-site parking, including access to EV Charging
• Flexible working arrangements