Strategic Head of Supply Chain & Procurement

EirGrid Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

EirGrid Group seeks a Head of Supply Chain to lead end-to-end procurement, demand and supply planning across the organisation. Reporting to the Director of Business Services, you will shape an integrated strategy, drive supplier governance and resilience, and ensure value for money in a regulated infrastructure environment.

You'll lead a high-performing team, embed sustainability, manage major procurements, and partner with senior leaders to deliver on Ireland's energy ambitions with cost

Qualifications

• Experience leading procurement in regulated infrastructure or public sector.
• Proven ability to develop enterprise sourcing strategies and lead major procurements.
• Strong governance knowledge, EU Utilities Directive familiarity.
• Experience with demand planning and supply resilience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated Group supply chain strategy.
• Lead end-to-end demand and supply planning.
• Negotiate major procurements with suppliers.
• Drive financial and supplier performance.
• Lead the Supply Chain team and develop talent.
• Embed sustainability and governance in procurement.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Procurement strategy

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Risk management

Education

SCM degree

Professional qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Contract management software

Job description

EirGrid Group seeks a Head of Supply Chain to lead end-to-end procurement, demand and supply planning across the organisation. Reporting to the Director of Business Services, you will shape an integrated strategy, drive supplier governance and resilience, and ensure value for money in a regulated infrastructure environment.

You'll lead a high-performing team, embed sustainability, manage major procurements, and partner with senior leaders to deliver on Ireland's energy ambitions with cost