Public Procurement & Contract Executive

Public Procurement & Contract Executive - 18 months FTC

Two days in either Dublin, Dundalk, Cork or Sligo offices per week.

I am looking for a Procurement and Contract Executive to support procurement and contract management activities across a national organisation. So if you are commercially minded and enjoy working with data, governance, stakeholders and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Role

Working within the Procurement and Governance function, supporting contract management, monitoring expenditure, maintaining procurement records and providing valuable management information to support decision making. Work with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure contracts are effectively managed and procurement processes are delivered in line with public procurement requirements and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain & manage the contract register, ensuring information remains accurate and up to date.

• Monitor contract milestones, expiry dates & extension options, ensuring key actions are completed on time.

• Provide guidance and support to business units on contract management processes and best practice.

• Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and management information tools.

• Analyse supplier, contract and expenditure data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.

• Produce compliance reports and escalate exceptions where required.

• Support procurement activities including RFQs, tender administration and contract award processes.

• Assist with procurement planning, governance activity and audit preparation.

• Support the use of electronic signature platforms and procurement systems.

You will bring:

• A degree in Business or similar.

• At least three years' experience in public procurement, contract management, supplier management, governance, finance or business analysis.

• Experience producing management reports, KPIs and business insights.

• Knowledge of public procurement processes and contract management best practice.

• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• A strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

What is on offer:

A fixed salary of €53071 per annum plus government pension. Great holidays - 29 days plus bank holidays; A super work environment with an enthusiastic team.

To learn more or apply, please get in touch for a confidential discussion apply to Nicola through this link.