UKI Business Consulting - Supply Chain & Operations, Manager (Procurement)

Role summary

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This role supports clients in improving procurement, supply chain and operational performance across the UK and Ireland. Responsibilities typically include leading consulting engagements, assessing procurement processes, developing sourcing and operating-model strategies, managing client relationships, preparing business cases, and coaching project teams. Candidates are expected to have significant experience in procurement, supply chain, operations or consulting, with strong knowledge of sourcing, supplier management, cost reduction and transformation. Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills are required, together with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver measurable outcomes. A relevant degree and professional procurement qualification, such as CIPS, may be advantageous. The role also requires commercial awareness, stakeholder-management capability and willingness to travel to client sites when needed.

About the employer

EY, formerly Ernst & Young, is one of the world’s largest professional-services organisations and a member of the Big Four. It provides assurance, tax, consulting and strategy and transactions services to businesses, governments and other institutions. EY operates across numerous countries, combining sector expertise with technology and business transformation capabilities. In Ireland, the firm has a significant presence in Dublin and other locations, advising clients on growth, risk, finance, technology, supply chains, sustainability and organisational change. Its Business Consulting practice helps organisations improve performance, operating models, procurement, customer services and digital capabilities. EY places emphasis on teamwork, integrity, inclusive leadership and continuous professional development. Employees commonly work with multidisciplinary teams and international clients, making the organisation suitable for professionals seeking broad consulting exposure and opportunities to develop specialist and leadership skills.

Working in Ireland

Ireland offers strong opportunities in consulting, technology, pharmaceuticals, financial services, manufacturing, logistics and international business, with Dublin serving as the main professional hub. The country has a friendly, social culture shaped by music, sport, community life and hospitality. English is the primary workplace language. Lifestyle benefits include attractive coastal and countryside destinations, a compact travel network and generally good work-life opportunities, although housing—especially in Dublin—can be expensive and competitive. EU, EEA and Swiss citizens can live and work without an employment permit. Non-EEA nationals usually need an employment permit and an appropriate immigration permission; eligible professional roles may qualify for a Critical Skills Employment Permit, subject to occupation and salary requirements. New arrivals should arrange accommodation early, obtain a Personal Public Service number, open a bank account and understand tax registration. Public transport is strongest in Dublin, while a car can be useful outside major cities.