Description
Our client a leading communications organisation is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Consultant to join their organisation an initial 12 months contract basis in Dublin.
The candidate will be responsible for the creation and development of spend analytic assessments and executive briefings to assist Sourcing Directors, Managers, and Category leads with an overview of their Category spending trends. Identify key supplier trends on strategic technology and service categories and provide detailed reporting on a periodic basis to senior executives and the sourcing team in supply chain and technology planning. Responsible to provide assistance with on-going, in-depth, evaluations and "thought leadership" recommendations to senior management on the Sourcing functional maturity, KPIs and KPQs, Sourcing processes, sourcing talent development and Supplier relationship management strategies for the development and promotion of the Sourcing centre of excellence to delivery competitive advantage.
The candidate must have a BA/BS degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Engineering or similar discipline with analytical bias. Demonstrated financial acumen and analytical experience delivering forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and data interpretation of business impact and results. Experience with advanced proficiency in Excel (pivots, lookups, etc.), with experience in an SAP environment desirable. Previous experience in Communications Companies and Purchasing/Procurement functions would be an advantage. Relevant experience in positions that require analysis and reporting financial results.
To apply please submit CV.
Michael Bailey International is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.