Procurement Materials Category Buyer, Networks Delivery Services
Position Description
Networks Strategic Procurement are responsible for the procurement of a range of materials, contractors and services that enable ESB Networks to deliver its work programs. Working closely with the business, Procurement’s primary objective is to obtain best value in terms of cost, quality and service for all materials, services and works purchased and to maintain the highest standards of ethics, health, safety, environment and sustainability in all dealings with suppliers.
The Category Buyer works with their procurement team, together with their colleagues in the Networks business, to procure materials, contractors and services and to achieve best value for money, while ensuring compliance with EU Directives, statutory regulations, internal procedures and ESB Code of Ethics.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidates will work in a Materials Category Team within Networks Strategic Procurement and be involved in an interesting and varied mix of commercial work. The key responsibilities of the roles will be to:
- Support the Category Manager in developing & executing the category strategies & plans
- Research & understand the supply market for relevant categories, including the identification of spend aggregation and value creation opportunities
- Conduct tenders predominantly in excess of €300k, including commercial negotiations and debrief of unsuccessful tenderers, in compliance with ESB Procurement Policy / Procedures, EU Directives, State Body Guidelines, and applicable procurement law
- Manage a suite of contracts and framework agreements (including contract management & administration)
- Develop close working relationships with internal customers
- Support / manage supplier relationship management interventions with key vendors.
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- 3rd Level relevant qualification or Procurement qualification or equivalent work experience.
- High level of procurement expertise
- Good working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint
- A high level of commitment, commercial acumen, excellent interpersonal skills and reporting skills
- A proven track record of successfully delivering procurement processes
- Proven ability to work to deadlines as a member of a team and on own initiative
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic
- Minimum two years relevant work experience
- A full Driving licence.
Desirable
- EU procurement and/or tendering experience
- Knowledge and experience of FMIS, SRM and eTenders
- Knowledge of Procurement Regulations
- Commercial Awareness
*If deemed necessary, the successful candidate must be prepared to undertake a certificate or diploma qualification in Procurement.
Location
The Category Buyer role will have a base location in a Networks office.
The successful candidates may combine remote / smart working within the Republic of Ireland, with attendance at a base location for in-person collaboration, the frequency of which is determined by their manager and subject to ongoing review.
The successful candidates will be required to attend meetings at other ESB Network locations as required and may also be required to attend meetings in other locations across Ireland. Occasional foreign travel may also be required.
Reporting to
Materials Category Managers, Networks Procurement
Why Work with Us?
- Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
- Career development through mentoring and training
- Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
- Sports and Social Clubs
- Networking opportunities
- Credit Union
- Generous Pension
- Access to staff well-being programmes
- Generous parental leave entitlements
- Strong values-based and inclusive culture
- Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted
Salary
€49,000 - €58,000 per annum.
Closing Date
20th of January, 2026
Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.