Interim Procurement Manager.

Storm Recruitment have partnered with our client to recruit an Interim Procurement Manager for a 6-month contract based in South Wicklow. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to take ownership of a critical function during a key transition period, ensuring continuity of supply, cost control, compliance, and strategic alignment with business priorities.

Salary: €55,000 – €80,000 DOE (pro rata) Contract: 6 Months Annual Leave: 24 days (pro rata)

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of procurement activity across all purchasing areas, ensuring efficient processes, reliable supply, and strong supplier performance.
• Identify opportunities to optimise costs, enhance value, and strengthen commercial outcomes through effective sourcing strategies.
• Work closely with senior finance leadership to align purchasing decisions with financial controls and broader business goals.
• Act as the main point of contact for complex sourcing or supplier matters, providing guidance and resolution where required.
• Support improvements to procurement systems and planning tools to enhance efficiency and visibility.
• Ensure all purchasing activities meet relevant trade, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
• Review and manage supplier agreements to safeguard contractual obligations and minimise risk.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors on contract matters, audits, and compliance initiatives.
• Lead negotiations with key suppliers to secure competitive terms and continuity of supply.
• Oversee sourcing of indirect goods and services including professional services, technology, and facilities-related spend.
• Partner with operational teams to ensure purchasing plans align with production needs, forecasts, and inventory targets.
• Provide leadership, direction, and development support to members of the procurement team.
• Clarify responsibilities within the team and promote accountability and high performance.
• Manage transition of duties from temporary resources and address capability gaps where needed.
• Follow organisational policies and contribute to maintaining a safe, compliant, and professional working environment.
• Support quality, environmental, and governance standards in all procurement activities.
• Carry out additional duties appropriate to the level of the role as required.

Candidate Requirements

• A third-level qualification in Supply Chain, Business, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience managing procurement across both direct and indirect spend categories.
• Background working within a manufacturing, production, or similarly regulated operational environment.
• Familiarity with trade compliance requirements, import/export processes, or customs regulations.
• Strong commercial capability with proven success negotiating supplier agreements and managing vendor relationships.
• Solid understanding of ERP platforms and structured procurement workflows.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across multiple stakeholder groups.
• A strategic mindset combined with flexibility, collaboration, and a solutions-focused approach.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to governance and compliance standards.

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please share your CV with Sophie at [email protected] or connect with her on Linkedin. Check out our other open jobs here