Job Purpose:

Reporting directly to the Regional GM. The Regional Procurement Manager will oversee all procurement and supply chain activities for the Irish Region, working closely with site procurement to develop and implement strategies. They will ensure efficient procurement processes and develop a Best Practice approach as well as support day-to-day activities, and lead initiatives to provide a cost-effective inbound supply chain and service to customers whilst keeping working capital at budgeted levels. Responsibilities also include hands on support for day to day activities during holidays

Key Accountabilities:

• Inbound Supply Chain Performance: Develop and implement procurement strategies, support sites with purchase and supply chain issues, and escalate as needed.

• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a regional team, setting clear goals and coaching talent.

• Vendor Relationships: Manage vendor relationships, resolve issues, and support quality teams.

• Raw Material Management: Oversee raw material working capital, including supplier pipelines and site stocks.

• Sales and Commercial Link: Communicate raw material costs and availability to sales teams.

• Savings Plan Development: Create and implement cost reduction initiatives, track purchasing activities, and manage cross-business projects.

• Purchasing Strategy: Represent site needs and align purchasing processes across sites.

• Audit and Compliance: Ensure effective stock control measures are followed in line with company policy

• Data Analysis: Provide supply chain data to support local and divisional needs.

Qualifications:

• Membership in the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in procurement and supply chain management in a multi-site manufacturing environment.

• Strong interpersonal, analytical, influencing, and negotiating skills.

• Organizational and priority management skills, with the ability to travel between sites.

• Computer literacy, Expert level in Excel. Power BI or Power Automate a strong advantage

• Results-focused with commercial and financial awareness.

• Strong presentation and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead a team to achieve business results.

Core Competencies:

• Effective communication with internal and external customers.

• Determination to overcome obstacles and solve problems.

• Ability to influence and inspire others.

• Self-motivation, attention to detail, and computer literacy.

• Initiative and leadership by example.

• Ability to remain calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

• Accuracy and speed in sorting and inputting information.

• Thoroughness and concern for standards.

Other Requirements:

• Flexibility and adaptability to change, with a willingness to take on additional responsibilities as needed.

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.

Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.