Procurement Analyst

Country: Ireland 

City: Dublin 

Req ID: 517904

Job Type: Full Time   

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Seniority Level: Associate 

About CRH

We are CRH, and we are committed to contributing to a more resilient and sustainable built environment. We understand the wider impact our businesses can make in supporting human activity. We continue to do this through the delivery of unique, superior building materials and products for use in road and critical utility infrastructure, commercial building projects and outdoor living solutions.

CRH (NYSE: CRH, LSE: CRH) is the leading provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing c.78,500 people at c.3,390 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in both North America and Europe. As the essential partner for transportation and critical utility infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE.

Without you noticing our products, we are everywhere you live, work, and relax.

Our project portfolio includes some of the most sustainable and cutting-edge building projects around the world. Think of the asphalt on the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit, the Paris Metro Rail project, but also the Louis Vuitton Museum in Paris, parts of the Burj Khalifa, and the Kennedy Space Centre.

Learn more about us through the following Link.

CRH is seeking applications for a permanent position of Procurement Analyst as part of the Ireland Procurement team reporting to the Country Procurement Director.

Purpose
The Procurement Analyst will support the Procurement Director in delivering best-in-class procurement processes and performance across Ireland. This role is responsible for managing e-sourcing and tendering activities, tracking procurement KPIs, monitoring commodity risks, analysing sustainability data, and ensuring effective communication internally and externally. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

1. E-Sourcing & Tendering

• Manage and execute e-sourcing events and tendering processes utilising SAP Ariba and Coupa CSO in line with company policies.
• Supporting Category Managers in preparing and issuing RFIs,RFPs,RFQs and tenders to suppliers.
• Analyse bids and support supplier selection and negotiation.
• Work collaboratively with Central CRH E-sourcing team to ensure S2C (Source to Pay) efficiencies and high standard of operation.

2. Procurement Performance Reporting

• Develop and maintain procurement KPI dashboards and reports.
• Provide regular updates on procurement performance to leadership.
• Identify trends and areas for improvement based on data analysis.

3. KPI Configuration & Tracking

• Define and configure procurement KPIs aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor and report on KPI performance, collaboratively follow up with procurement team and suppliers ensuring timely corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven insights.

4. Commodity Risk Tracking & Reporting

• Monitor market trends and commodity price fluctuations.
• Prepare risk reports and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Work with CRH procurement risk team updating Ireland supply chain risk data base utilising Moody’s and Dow Jones, central procurement intelligence data
• Collaborate with category managers to manage exposure to commodity risks.

5. Supply Chain Sustainability Data Gathering & Analysis

• Collect and analyse sustainability-related data from suppliers and procurement activities.
• Track progress against sustainability goals and compliance requirements.
• Prepare reports and insights to support CRH ESG initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to drive sustainable procurement practices.

6. Communication & Engagement

• Draft and distribute procurement newsletters to internal stakeholders.
• Manage internal and external procurement communications, ensuring clarity and consistency.
• Manage Ireland Procurement Sharepoint Portal, implement right document control process
• Support stakeholder engagement initiatives to promote procurement best practices.

Individual Competencies

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Communication: Clear and concise in both written and verbal communication.
• Adaptability: Responds well to changing priorities and market conditions.
• Sustainability Awareness: Understands and promotes sustainable procurement practices.

Key Functional Competencies

Analytical skills                                             Optimises work processes

Drives results                                                Customer focus

Ensures accountability                                 Financial acumen

Action oriented                                              Interpersonal savvy

Stakeholder Management                          Nimble learning

Experience / Education

• 3+ years of experience in procurement or business analytics
• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Supply Chain or other relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of e-sourcing tools: Experience in Ariba and Coupa is advantageous but not required.
• Sound knowledge of procurement processes
• Advanced Excel and data visualization skills; experience with Power BI tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

 
Key stakeholders:

• Ireland Procurement Team
• CRH Procurement Performance Reporting Team, E Sourcing Team and Sustainability, Innovation & Risk Team
• Local, Division and other Group Finance teams
• OpCo Quality and Sustainability Team
• Internal and External Audit

What CRH Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

• Comprehensive secondary benefits

• Significant contribution to your pension plan

• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

Connect your future to CRH

We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.

Is this role not for you, but do you know someone who would love to join the team? Please let us know!

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CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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