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We are looking for an individual with expertise in Procurement/Purchasing to be the lead representative on the Magellan Galway site deployment team. This is a Buyer II role, which is based out of Galway (Hybrid).

Magellan is a global business transformation program accompanying a move of our ERP system from ECC to S4 Hana. Magellan’s goal is to simplify, standardise and modernise our core business processes, enabling BSC to better leverage the power of data and to position our business for profitable and sustainable growth. You will join a diverse and driven team where personal development and innovation contribute to a great culture and rewarding career. 

Key Responsibilities

• In conjunction with the Purchasing team, capture and share additional requirements beyond Global Template to support Galway go-live.
• Understand and communicate the key system changes and implications of those changes to the Purchasing team.
• Primary point of contact for Galway site on Direct Purchasing workstreams.
• Active participant in Magellan meetings & forums.
• Coordination of all Purchasing activities during implementation and cutover.
• Partner with sister site representatives to align on common approach with particular emphasis on Galway/Maple Grove dual site implementation.
• Champion Master Data accuracy for Purchasing team.

Education, Skills and Experience:

• NFQ Level 8 (240 credits) qualification in a related discipline.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Procurement, Purchasing, or Planning. Experience in both areas is a distinct advantage.

• Systems experience in SAP, Rapid Response and MS Excel.

• Project Management experience.

• Good knowledge and understanding of MRP, PPDS and CRP.

• Proven adaptability, comfortable with change and with a demonstrated ability to react and respond to a fast-changing environment

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Demonstrate analytical capability to interpret and challenge data and to identify where data may not be accurate or incomplete

• Strong leadership, communication and influencing skills

• Self-starter with strong, proactive work ethic.