Senior Procurement Specialist

Desired Skills: Procurement,semi-state,Public body

Senior Procurement Specialist – Public Sector Body

PE Global Recruitment is working with one of Irelands leading state bodies to recruit a Senior Procurement Specialist to join the team in Dublin. This is a Fixed Term year long contract.

About the Organisation
Our client is a leading State body with responsibility for managing a diverse portfolio of assets, liabilities and investment initiatives on behalf of Government. The organisation plays a central role in Ireland’s economic and financial management and offers staff the opportunity to contribute to high-impact national projects.

Why Join?
This organisation offers an excellent working environment with strong benefits, including:

• Flexible hybrid working and variable hours

• Defined Benefit Pension Scheme (career average)

• Extensive wellbeing and employee support initiatives

• Professional development and clear career progression

• Reimbursement of annual professional membership fees

• Active employee networks (LGBT+, Gender, Disability Awareness, Sports & Social, Volunteering etc.)

The Role – Senior Procurement Specialist
Reporting to the Corporate Procurement Manager, the Senior Procurement Specialist will be responsible for leading on procurement processes across the organisation and its associated entities. This role is ideal for a procurement professional with strong public sector experience, excellent stakeholder skills, and the ability to deliver value while ensuring compliance with national and EU procurement regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement competitions, from scoping to contract award.

• Draft and deliver tender and contract documentation (including eTenders/OJEU notices).

• Work closely with stakeholders to define procurement requirements and advise on best methodologies.

• Implement procurement practices that deliver value for money, reduce risk, and align with sustainability objectives.

• Negotiate contracts and develop effective market engagement strategies.

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of procurement policies and procedures.

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 3 years’ procurement experience, ideally at a senior level within the public sector.

• Proven track record procuring a range of goods and services (ICT, professional services, facilities management etc.).

• Excellent knowledge of national and EU procurement legislation.

• Strong contract negotiation and contract execution experience.

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong technical and commercial procurement expertise.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Skilled negotiator with demonstrable results.

• Organised, adaptable and able to prioritise a busy workload.

• Self-motivated with strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

Please click the link below to apply, call Michaela on +353 83 4009747 or alternatively send an up-to-date CV to michaela.murray@peglobal.net

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland***