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.
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.
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.
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.
- Hybrid working model.
- Training & educational assistance programmes.
- Monthly wellbeing initiatives.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Death in Service/Long Term Disability Benefit.
Awarded Great Place to Work in 2024 & 2025.
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
Speed Fibre Group (the home of Enet and Magnet+) is an inclusive employer. Please let us know of any accommodations we could make that would be helpful for you during the interview process. Please note that your answer to this question will in no way impact our decision regarding your application.
Non-EU/EEA candidates must hold current, valid permission to work in Ireland (Stamp 4 at the time of application.