Procurement Specialist - Public Sector

Principle HR; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Principle HR is recruiting a Procurement Executive for a public sector client in Dublin. The role focuses on managing end-to-end public tender processes, ensuring compliance with Irish regulations and best practice, and guiding internal stakeholders on compliant procurement routes.

You will work within the Procurement and Compliance team, handling tenders through eTenders.gov.ie and leveraging OGP frameworks while maintaining governance and documentation. Hybrid Dublin working environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' public procurement experience.
• Knowledge of Irish public sector procurement regulations and guidelines.
• Hands-on experience using eTenders.gov.ie.
• Experience managing full end-to-end public tender processes.
• Knowledge of OGP frameworks and public procurement best practice.
• Holding or pursuing a public procurement qualification (ideally IPA Diploma).
• Level 8 third-level qualification.
• Excellent stakeholder management, organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end tender processes from specification to contract award.
• Create, advertise and manage tenders through eTenders.gov.ie.
• Advise stakeholders on procurement routes including OGP frameworks.
• Provide guidance on procurement documentation, timelines and regulatory requirements.
• Support tender evaluations, scoring processes and standstill letters.
• Maintain accurate tender/contract records and governance.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide procurement advice and support.

Skills

Public procurement experience

Stakeholder management

eTenders.gov.ie

Education

Level 8 degree

IPA Public Procurement Diploma (or equivalent)

Tools

eTenders.gov.ie

Job description

Procurement Executive - Public Sector

• Location: Dublin Hybrid Working
• Salary: €52k - €75k pa
• Full time

We are recruiting for an experienced Procurement Executive to join a high-profile public sector organisation in Dublin.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong Irish public procurement experience who is confident managing tender processes, working with eTenders and advising internal stakeholders on compliant procurement practices.

The Role

Working as part of an established Procurement and Compliance team, you will support the delivery of end-to-end public procurement processes, ensuring tenders are managed efficiently and in line with public sector regulations and best practice.

You will:

• Manage and support end-to-end tender processes, from initial specification through to contract award.
• Create, advertise and manage tenders through eTenders.gov.ie.
• Advise stakeholders on appropriate procurement routes, including OGP frameworks.
• Provide guidance on procurement documentation, evaluation criteria, timelines and regulatory requirements.
• Support tender evaluations, scoring processes and standstill/notification letters.
• Maintain accurate tender and contract records and ensure strong procurement governance.
• Work closely with colleagues across the organisation, providing practical procurement advice and support.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years' public procurement experience, with procurement forming a core part of your role.
• Strong knowledge of Irish public sector procurement regulations and guidelines.
• Hands-on experience using eTenders.gov.ie is essential.
• Experience managing full end-to-end public tender processes.
• Knowledge of OGP frameworks and public procurement best practice.
• Holding or currently pursuing a relevant public procurement qualification, ideally the Professional Diploma in Public Procurement (IPA).
• Level 8 third-level qualification.
• Excellent stakeholder management, organisation and attention to detail.

This would suit an experienced public procurement professional looking to join a highly regarded organisation where they can take ownership of procurement activity and continue developing their career.