Procurement & Sourcing Operations Analyst
Location: Dublin
Role Type: Permanent
Work Setup: Hybrid - 3 days in the office (Tuesday to Thursday)

Who We Are
Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment firms, dedicated to helping clients achieve lasting financial success. Established in 1975, its unique ownership structure-where funds own the company and investors own the funds-ensures all efforts are focused on client outcomes. Known for integrity, innovation, and low-cost investing, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact globally.

What You'll Do

• Lead low-to-medium complexity sourcing for products and services (including competitive bids), handling negotiations, supplier selection, contracts, and final handoff to business owners.
• Liaise with sourcing teams, business leaders, legal, Contract Advisory and TPRM, keep stakeholders updated, and provide complete documentation while explaining contract requirements and risks.
• Analyse supply market data and industry trends to recommend suppliers and shape category strategies that align with the business's funding, forecasting and overall objectives.
• Turn analytics into clear, actionable insight and presentations, sharing best practice, potential solutions and likely obstacles with stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, proactively facilitating communication and driving engagements to resolve issues.
• Identify, manage and mitigate risks, and communicate proposed solutions to management and stakeholders to secure input and buy in.
• Champion adherence to global procurement processes and fair business practices, supporting training and special projects to ensure best execution and price for products and services.
• Educate stakeholders on procurement and contract considerations, manage personal time to align with ESM priorities, and perform other duties as required.

What You Bring

• Minimum three years' relevant experience, including support for contract negotiations and running RFQ/RFI/RFP processes.
• Experience in Financial Services and/or Technology is desirable.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills, with the ability and willingness to escalate issues proactively.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage tasks autonomously.
• Strong experience in data analysis and reporting.
• Executive level presentation skills desirable.
• Experience working with remote teams desirable.

What's Next
If you are ready to take the next step, apply now! Successful applicants will be contacted directly by a recruiter to discuss the role more.

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This position is being recruited on behalf of our client through our Outsourcing service line. Resource Solutions Limited, trading as Robert Walters, acts as an employment business and agency, partnering with top organizations to help them find the best talent. We welcome applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities.