Supplier Manager

MOTOR DISTRIBUTORS LTD; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MOTOR DISTRIBUTORS LTD is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead supplier negotiations, contract management and cost optimization in our Dublin operation.

The role requires strong analytical skills, supplier relationship management, and proven ability to drive purchasing strategies within a fast-paced motor industry environment. You will collaborate with stakeholders and ensure compliance with group policies. Fluent English and excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of and experience in negotiations and concluding of agreements.
• Excellent analytical and IT skills especially Excel and Powerpoint.
• Develop purchasing strategies and policies based on the needs of the business.
• Regular Meetings and telephone contact with suppliers to ensure good relationships.
• Supplier Evaluation and Analysis of purchasing statistics.
• Experienced with Dealer management systems (DMS) including manufacturer warranty and goodwill claim recovery processes and procedures.
• Project and change management.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, prepare and execute comprehensive SLAs with commercial terms and KPIs for suppliers.
• Keep the Supplier Contract and Contact database updated.
• Establish, manage and develop relationships with suppliers.
• Schedule and run quarterly review meetings with key suppliers and stakeholders.
• Compile purchasing statistics and monitor bonuses, volumes and targets.
• Drive efficiency and cost‑effectiveness by identifying target areas.
• Ensure adherence to KYS processes & policies.
• Follow group and local procurement guidelines.
• Research the market for potential partners for services for Ayvens.
• Coordinate with Network Relationship Manager on supplier issues.
• Support execution of company strategy, goals and policies.
• Act as contact towards Ayvens Global Procurement.
• Contribute to annual profit, forecasts and customer satisfaction.
• Undertake any reasonable operational duties as required.
• Achieve individual and team goals.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

DMS (Dealer Management Systems)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, prepare and execute comprehensive SLA’s with commercial terms with KPI deliverable with all of our suppliers
• Responsible for keeping Supplier Contract and Contact database updated
• Establish, manage and continuously develop relationship with suppliers
• Schedule and manage quarterly review meetings with Key suppliers and stakeholders with minutes and follow up action points
• Compile statistics on purchasing and monitor bonuses, volumes and financial targets
• Ensure continuous focus on efficiency and cost effectiveness identifying target areas
• Responsible for ensuring we are adhering to KYS processes & policies
• Work according to the group and local procurement guidelines
• Research the market place for appropriate potential partners for a range of services for Ayvens
• Work with the Network Relationship Manager in relation to any Supplier issues
• Support execution of company’s strategy, goals and policies
• Contact person towards Ayvens Global Procurement
• Contribute to annual profit, forecasts in the annual plan (budget) and customer satisfaction targets
• To undertake any reasonable operational duties which may be required from time to time
• Achieve individual and team goals and objectives

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Business acumen and Operational knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of and experience in negotiations and concluding of agreements
• Excellent analytical and IT skills especially Excel and Powerpoint
• Develop purchasing strategies and policies based on the needs of the business
• Regular Meetings and telephone contact with suppliers to ensure good relationships
• Supplier Evaluation and Analysis of purchasing statistics
• Experienced with Dealer management systems (DMS) including manufacturer warranty and goodwill claim recovery processes and procedures
• Project and change management.

Personal characteristics

• Self-motivated, pro active and can work well under pressure
• Full clean drivers license
• Coordinated and organized, attention to detail and work independently
• Positive about changes, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Team oriented, strong sense of responsibility and accountability

Education & experience

• 3-5 years of experience in Motor industry role
• 3+ years experience in Procurement area
• Excellent Negotiation & interpersonal skills
• Experience with Supplier Relationship management, Process Implementation
• Fluent in English
• Excellent communication, writing, reporting and presentation skills
• Proven track record in similar role

This role will be advertised internal and externally.