Procurement Project Manager

About the Role:

Oliver James are working with a leading Irish client who are looking for a Procurement Project Manager to join their team and lead procurement activities across complex projects, particularly in the data, digital, and analytics space.

This is a fully remote role. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can bring structure to ambiguity, and enjoys managing diverse stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive end-to-end procurement project delivery across digital, data, and analytics programmes
• Collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders to clarify requirements and plans
• Manage project timelines, procurement processes, and roll out activities
• Track and report progress using Smartsheet, Excel, and other project management tools
• Lead stakeholder engagement and influence across a wide range of external partners
• Ensure procurement best practices are followed across all project phases

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in procurement project management
• Strong self-starter with the ability to work independently and lead without needing constant direction
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Confident with Excel and project tools such as Smartsheet (or similar)
• Experience in data, analytics, or digital programmes
• Understanding of traditional delivery methodologies (Waterfall), though flexibility is welcome
• Background in delivering analytics or digital transformation projects through procurement
• 8+ years experience in procurement