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IT Services Category Buyer

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 31 Oct)

Amadeus

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Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Experience
5+ years

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • More than 5 years of experience in strategic technology procurement within an international environment, or an engineering/sales background complemented by relevant procurement experience.
  • Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, contracting models, negotiation principles, and contract lifecycle management.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders, challenge requirements, and provide strategic alternatives.
  • Proactive mindset with strong business understanding and the ability to anticipate needs.
  • Experience using procurement tools (e.g., Coupa), contract management platforms, and virtual collaboration tools (SharePoint, etc.).
  • Strong analytical and project-management skills, able to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.
  • Fluent in English; additional languages a plus.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

🌎 A truly global DNA - Everything at Amadeus is global, from our people to our business, which reflects in our footprint, processes, and culture.

🎓 Great opportunities to learn - Continuous learning through on-the-job experience, formal training, and collaboration with colleagues.

🤗 A caring environment - A supportive atmosphere that values work-life balance and personal well-being.

🌟 A hybrid working model - Flexibility to work in the way that helps you perform at your best.

🌈 A diverse and inclusive community - A commitment to diversity that drives innovation, creativity, and collaboration across teams.

📈 A reliable company - Built on trust and long-term relationships with customers, partners, and employees.

🎯 A critical mission and purpose - The opportunity to power the future of travel and contribute to a meaningful industry purpose.

The role

IT Services Category Buyer

As an IT Services Category Buyer, you will support the development and implementation of global category strategies across multiple IT Services contracting models, including Delivery-Based Services, Capacity-Based Services, Outsourcing, and Fixed-Price Projects. You will drive strategic sourcing initiatives, optimize costs, and elevate procurement value across regions.

What you'll do

  • Lead end-to-end sourcing processes (from need identification, negotiation to contract signature and saving reporting).
  • Conduct RFx activities, supplier evaluations, and fact-based negotiations.
  • Implement contracts in coordination with Regional Buyers and internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with Legal and Finance teams during negotiation and contracting phases.
  • Ensure contract compliance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Proactively keep pace of the purchasing process and evolution
  • Build strong relationships with internal IT stakeholders.
  • Promote procurement's role by proactively engaging with internal customers and influencing sourcing decisions.
  • Support business partners in defining needs and identifying alternative supply options
  • Proactively organize sessions with internal customers to identify further opportunity, follow satisfaction and implement action plan when needed
  • Support the Cluster Lead in defining the sourcing roadmap and prioritizing initiatives.
  • Conduct internal and external analyses (market trends, supplier capabilities, industry benchmarks).
  • Coordinate all steps of the sourcing lifecycle, including RFx and contract management.
  • Perform market intelligence activities to identify new vendors and benchmark pricing.
  • Support the classification and segmentation of suppliers in alignment with procurement strategy.
  • Drive governance activities with key IT Services vendors, ensuring performance and SLA compliance.
  • Contribute to the implementation of the Vendor Management framework for strategic suppliers.
  • Track supplier performance, identify improvement opportunities, and lead re-negotiations when needed.

About Amadeus

Amadeus is a leading global travel technology company that provides software solutions to the travel and tourism industry, including airlines, hotels, travel agencies, and other travel service providers. With its headquarters in Madrid, Spain, Amadeus operates in over 190 countries and is one of the largest technology companies in the travel sector, known for its distribution systems, IT solutions, and data-driven services. The company's scale is substantial, with tens of thousands of employees worldwide, and it plays a critical role in the digital infrastructure of the travel industry.

In Spain, Amadeus has a significant presence, with its main offices in Madrid and additional operations in Barcelona. The company is a major employer of international talent, offering a multicultural work environment where English is often the working language. For international professionals, Amadeus provides opportunities to work on cutting-edge travel technology, with roles spanning product management, data science, legal, finance, and IT. The company's commitment to innovation and its global reach make it an attractive destination for those looking to build a career in travel tech while living in Spain.

Industry
Travel Tech
Founded
1987
Employees
10,000–50,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Amadeus is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, making it a prime destination for tech professionals seeking to relocate to Spain.
  • The company operates in a multicultural environment with English as a common working language, easing the transition for international hires.
  • Amadeus offers comprehensive relocation support and benefits for international employees, including visa assistance and settling-in services.
  • With a global presence in over 190 countries, Amadeus provides opportunities for international career growth and mobility.
  • The company is a leader in travel technology, offering roles in cutting-edge areas like data science, product management, and IT.

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Additional information

Amadeus aspires to be a leader in Diversity and Inclusion in the tech industry, enabling every employee to reach their full potential by fostering a culture of belonging and fair treatment, attracting the best talent from all backgrounds, and as a role model for an inclusive employee experience.

Amadeus is an equal opportunity employer and committed to an accessible recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, beliefs, disability or any other characteristics protected by law.

Amadeus Group never charges fees, requests payment, or asks for financial information during recruitment. All legitimate opportunities are communicated solely through official Amadeus channels, including our careers website. Any payment request or outreach via unofficial platforms (e.g., WhatsApp, Telegram) should be treated as fraudulent.

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