About Keelings
Keelings is a 100% Irish-owned family business passionate about fresh produce. Operating across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, we grow, source, and supply top-quality fruit and vegetables. Our success is built on innovation, sustainability, and strong partnerships - powered by our dedicated people.
Purpose of the Role
Join Keelings! You will be part of a passionate team of people and a growing business. Come on the journey with us where you will grow and develop and truly feel a sense of belonging. At Keelings, we don't just grow quality fresh produce, we also nurture people and their professional development. The Keelings family always employ the best people for the job, the key to our success is the quality of the people we employ.
Keelings Graduate Growth
The Keelings Graduate Growth programme is specifically designed to equip high-performing graduates with the skills and experience needed to excel in the FMCG industry and grow their career with Keelings. Graduates are hired into a specific (not rotational), permanent role aligned to their Degree/Masters level education, across one our six Irish business units. Whilst learning vital 'on the job' skills, graduates will be supported by a Keelings Group wide graduate development programme, project initiatives and social activities. Keelings Graduate Growth programme commences in September 2024. If successfully shortlisted, you will be invited to participate in our Graduate Assessment Centre mid/end June as the first stage in our recruitment process. Join us in our mission to sustainably grow, source & market quality fresh produce.
Our Strategic Priorities
Better Food - We make our products better and inspire more people to enjoy produce.
People - We support our people to learn, be at their best, contribute and deliver on their commitments, using One Keelings' standards.
Better Ways - Every year we improve our competitiveness, efficiency and delivery through insight, technology and One Keelings.
Better World - We improve our environmental and social impact to make a positive difference in our world.
Partnerships - Working with Keelings creates value and long-term relationships with our customers & suppliers.
Growth - We invest in and deliver insight led, focused, profitable growth into the future.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
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Build & maintain professional relationships with suppliers and vendors and act as a point of contact
- Interface with suppliers and Keelings to ensure cost effective strategies
- Investigate business cases for cost reductions, controls, improvements and cost generations throughout the group supply chain and indirect areas of expenditure.
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Assist with procurement strategies, processing and strategies and ensure alignment with company policy and contracts.
- Assist and lead meetings, tenders, negotiations and communication on behalf of the Keelings group for all non-produce activities.
- Generate commercial reports, provide market insights and present to senior leadership when required.
- Purchase Order Management activities
- Manage and maintain vendor database, including contact information, pricing agreements, and contract details.
Key Skills & Knowledge
Essential:
- Must have level 8 or 9 qualification in a relevant discipline (graduated within the last 2 years)
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Be able to perform well under pressure in an ever-changing environment
- Highly accurate and fine attention to detail essential
- Candidates must speak fluent English. Additional language skills would also be desirable.
- Candidate will need their own transport as this role is primarily based in St Margaret's, Co Dublin
Core Competencies
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Team player
- A positive attitude
- Eager to learn and develop both personally and professionally
- Flexible and adaptable
- Proactive and efficient
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Good IT Skills - PowerPoint, word, excel.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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Confidentiality/discretion to the highest standard
- Planning and organisational skills
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The ability to work on their own initiative
Benefits:
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Staff discount at Keelings Farm Shop and subsidized canteen
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Free On-site parking with access to electric chargers
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Wellness Initiatives such as wellness week
Keelings Values
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People Matter
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Teamwork
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Integrity
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Passion for Achievement
Inclusion & Diversity Statement
In Keelings we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know at [email protected]
Recruitment Process
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1. CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt
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2. Phone Screening
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3. 1st Interview
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4. 2nd Interview
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5. Outcome & Feedback
Keelings Careers - https://www.keelings.com/careers-keelings/
Keelings Strategy & Values - https://www.keelings.com/our-people/
