Job Title: Proximity Procurement Analyst

Location: Fox and Geese Site, Dublin 22 (Hybrid)

Contract: Permanent

About Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard company

Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard company, is a producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys and Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits. Irish Distillers is part of Pernod Ricard’s Gold Brand Unit – Aged Spirits and Champagne, a division which brings together an exceptional and prestigious portfolio of whisk(e)y, cognac and champagne brands.

Led by Jameson, our Irish whiskeys are driving the success of the category globally. Jameson, crafted for smoothness at the Midleton Distillery, is the world’s bestselling Irish whiskey, a top 3 international whiskey brand and a top 10 international spirits brand. Our Midleton Distillery whiskeys are exported to 130+ markets around the world. As creators of conviviality, our collective spirit is fuelled by a blend of passion, pride and human connection.

Role Summary

The Proximity Procurement Analyst supports Proximity Buyers and Proximity Managers by delivering accurate data analysis, market intelligence, and performance reporting across local proximity procurement teams. The role ensures procurement decisions are based on reliable insights and contributes to process efficiency, compliance with global guidelines, and effective contract management.

Key Accountabilities

1. Strategy Support

Provide analytical support to Proximity Buyers and Category Managers in developing and implementing sourcing strategies.
Conduct local supplier market research, benchmarking, and trend analysis (economic, competitive, regulatory, sustainability).
Perform compliance and risk assessments in alignment with procurement policies and procedures.
Prepare dashboards, reports, and recommendations to support strategic procurement initiatives.

2. Operational Support

Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date procurement data (contracts, pricing, service levels) within procurement IT systems.
Consolidate spend data and supplier performance metrics to generate actionable insights.
Assist in preparing negotiation materials and cost models for buyers.
Support reporting on savings, spend coverage, and other procurement KPIs.

3. Contract & Supplier Management

Monitor contract compliance with global procurement guidelines.
Support buyers in supplier audits and supplier performance reviews to ensure quality and contractual requirements are met.
Gather and structure data for supplier feedback processes.

4. Performance & Procurement Community Contribution

Participate actively in the procurement community by sharing benchmarks, guidelines, and best practices.
Support the implementation of new procurement tools, digital solutions, and process improvements.

Skills & Experience

Essential Experience

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
Experience managing and maintaining accurate procurement or financial data.
Understanding of procurement processes and contract management fundamentals.
Ability to conduct supplier market research, benchmarking, and trend analysis.
Proficiency with procurement IT systems and advanced Excel/data analysis tools.
Ability to produce clear, structured reports and dashboards.
Experience supporting cross‑functional stakeholders.
Ability to prioritise work in a dynamic environment.

Desirable Experience

Experience supporting sourcing strategy development.
Exposure to spend analysis, supplier performance reporting, or KPI tracking.
Experience preparing negotiation materials or cost models.
Familiarity with contract compliance monitoring or supplier audit processes.
Experience implementing procurement tools, digital solutions, or process optimisations.
Knowledge of global procurement standards or multi‑market procurement operations.
Experience contributing to procurement communities or knowledge‑sharing forums.

Core Behaviours & Competencies

Clear, structured, and concise communication.
Ability to work collaboratively with buyers, category managers, and internal stakeholders.
Adaptability to changing business priorities.
Proactive approach to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

What we offer

We understand our people are our special ingredient and at different points, employees require different supports at different stages of their working lives. Our benefits, perks and programmes look to support your employee journey. We want to make you feel recognised and valued for your contribution to our shared success. Some of offerings include;

Hybrid working; A blended working arrangement of up to 2 days a week working from where you work best
Profit share; - An annual profit share scheme to reward your contribution to the company’s success.
Allowance; an annual allowance to spend on our portfolio of products and merchandise, for you to enjoy responsibly.
People Development: We enable continuous development for our people at every stage of their careers through our people development, online learning, and leadership training programmes.
Family leave: fully paid maternity, parent and paternity leave, allowing you spend precious time with your new family member
Parental Support: Our ‘Reconnect’ programme includes access to a workplace parenting coach, a phased return to work and a supportive environment for new parents
Health & Wellbeing; Our Wellbeing Programme “THRIVE” supports employees across the three main pillars: Life, Body and Mind
Charity Days: up to 2 days paid leave every year to volunteer at a charity of their choice

At Irish Distillers, we know that great spirits are crafted by blending unique ingredients, and we believe the same is true for people. We actively welcome individuals from all walks of life, and warmly welcome those with diverse religious backgrounds, ethnicities , members of the Irish Travelling community, genders, abilities, and identities. It’s the mix of our experiences, voices, and cultures that gives us our true character.”

Learn more about working with Irish Distillers, a Pernod Ricard Company – www.irishdistillers.ie/careers

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Job Posting End Date:

2026-04-30

Procurement Analyst

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