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Posting Date: 16 Aug 2024
Function: Procurement and Supply Chain
Unit: Finance & Business Services
Location: Grand Canal Dock, Dublin, Ireland
Salary: Attractive Salary and Benefits
Procurement Manager (Engineering Field Services) – Dublin-based with flexible smart working – Attractive salary and benefits Are you ready to lead and revolutionize the procurement process on a global scale? At BT, we're seeking more than just a Procurement Manager; we're on the lookout for an innovator, a strategic thinker, and a visionary leader.
Welcome to BT Sourced, a unique venture within BT. Here, you'll experience the vibrancy and agility of a start-up, fully digitalized and innovative, all while being supported by one of the UK's most renowned brands – BT. Our mission is to redefine procurement from the ground up, making it simpler, more digital, and inherently sustainable. To achieve these ambitious goals, we're assembling a diverse team of the brightest minds.
#WeSourceForABetterFuture
The Procurement Manager is responsible for the implementation of BT Group sourcing strategies through the management of procurement categories across a best-in-class sourcing organization driving sourcing event execution, enhancing spend and sourcing analytics, contract management and administration, pipeline management, sourcing technology platform administration, sourcing business process, and reporting.
What you'll be doingManaging the structured analyses of supplier industry, economics, and market conditions for spend under management, ensuring awareness surrounding key market indicators, commodity trends, and market intelligence, and ensuring risk mitigation.Ensuring the standardization of purchasing best practices, processes, and procedures, while staying abreast of industry trends and best-in-class behaviors.Coordinating the implementation of BT Group strategies with the internal stakeholders.Implementing supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives of the BT Group and division into shared services practices and sourcing strategies.Driving the supplier selection process through the formal RFP (request for proposal), RFQ (request for quote) and RFI (request for information) processes.Negotiating complex commercial models and contract terms with suppliers to ensure the best TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) for the business.Championing, continuously developing and sharing with the team knowledge on emerging trends and changes in the field of commercial procurement.Implementing ways to improve working processes within the area of commercial procurement, sourcing strategies, and communication with suppliers.The skills you'll needNegotiationContract ManagementCommercial AcumenBusiness Partnering & ConsultingDigital SavvyBusiness Process ImprovementDecision MakingGrowth MindsetForecasting, Planning & BudgetingLooking in:Leading inclusively and Safely
I inspire and build trust through self-awareness, honesty, and integrity.
Owning outcomes
I take the right decisions that benefit the broader organization.
Looking out:Delivering for the customer
I execute brilliantly on clear priorities that add value to our customers and the wider business.
Commercially savvy
I demonstrate strong commercial focus, bringing an external perspective to decision-making.
Looking to the future:Growth mindset
I experiment and identify opportunities for growth for both myself and the organization.
Building for the future
I build diverse future-ready teams where all individuals can be at their best.
How to ApplySo, if you're interested in the power of potential, why not join us today and release yours?
It's easy to apply online; you just need a copy of your up-to-date CV and to follow the step-by-step process. Don't worry if you need to make changes - you'll have the opportunity to review and edit your work on the final page. We look forward to receiving your application!
BT is an equal opportunities employer. We're working hard to create an inclusive working environment, where people from all backgrounds can succeed.
Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you're a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.
Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.
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