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Fruit and Vegetable Procurement Technician

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added 6 days ago

Still open when we checked on 4 Oct

Overview

Job details

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Ametller Origen doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Be near Barcelona for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

  • University degree

    “Grau universitari o Master en Ingenieria Agronomia, Agricultura, Ciència i Tecnologia dels Aliments o similars.” — per the ad.

Skills

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Requirements

What we're looking for

  • University degree or Master's in Agronomic Engineering, Agriculture, Food Science and Technology, or similar.
  • 3 years of experience in Fruit and Vegetable purchasing.
  • Languages - Catalan, Spanish, English
  • Advanced Excel
  • Availability to travel and possession of a driver's license.
  • That you are a person with initiative, communicative, with negotiation skills and commercial vision.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Joining a leading company in the sector, with a unique and differentiated business model, in the midst of a growth and expansion process.
  • Permanent contract.
  • Location: ZAL (Zona Franca)

Do you want to be part of our team?

The role

Ametller Origen is a growing company in the food sector that comprehensively manages the production and commercialization process of its products. We grow, prepare, and select our products to guarantee flavor and quality from the source.

Our purpose is to promote a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle, making more nutritious, enjoyable, and clean food accessible, with a strong commitment to society and the environment.

Do you want to be part of our team and join us in bringing our purpose to the community?

We want to incorporate a Fruit and Vegetable Purchasing Technician to guarantee the execution of purchases and the procurement of U1 products, with the aim of ensuring their availability according to the needs of Grup Ametller under the best conditions of price, term, quantity, and quality.

What you'll do

  • You will negotiate prices with Univers 1 product suppliers in complex and fluctuating markets, with the aim of guaranteeing supply within the fixed terms and with the required quality levels.
  • You will guarantee an optimal level of demand forecasting for the stores and, based on this, calculate and plan product purchases, informing suppliers of needs and avoiding surpluses and stockouts.
  • You will carry out the purchase of products from associated farmers or markets, with the aim of guaranteeing product quantities per campaign or annually.
  • You will ensure the 30% established in the Group of products not covered by our farms or by suppliers, in order to guarantee demand in the stores.
  • You will carry out visits to points of sale to check product quality, its display and location, and to verify that they comply with the established guidelines.
  • You will propose promotions to the Purchasing Manager to facilitate decision-making and their implementation in-store.
  • You will analyze new products in the market to propose their introduction within existing categories or new categories.
  • You will participate, together with Quality and Commercial, in tastings of existing or potential products to assess their suitability.
  • You will support the assurance of margins for mandatory categories and the correction of RRPs.
  • You will assume and carry out the necessary missions of the area to guarantee correct functioning, as well as participate in training and improvement actions to professionalize your own task and that of the Group.

About Ametller Origen

Ametller Origen is a Spanish food retail and agri-food company founded in 2001, known for its vertically integrated model that combines agricultural production, processing, and distribution with a chain of fresh-food stores. The company operates over 100 points of sale, primarily in Catalonia, and has expanded to other regions of Spain, offering a wide range of fresh, organic, and locally sourced products. It is recognized for its commitment to quality, sustainability, and the 'from farm to fork' philosophy, making it a distinctive player in the Spanish food retail sector.

Ametller Origen's presence is centered in Barcelona, where its headquarters and main operations are located. The company has a strong focus on innovation and digitalization, with a growing online sales channel and a modern logistics network. For international professionals, Ametller Origen offers opportunities in a dynamic, fast-growing company that is expanding its footprint, with roles often requiring Spanish language skills due to the local customer base. The work culture emphasizes proximity to production, sustainability, and a passion for food, making it an attractive option for those interested in the agri-food industry in Spain.

Industry
Food Retail
Founded
2001
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • The company is headquartered in Barcelona, a major European tech and business hub, offering a high quality of life and a vibrant international community.
  • Ametller Origen is a Spanish company, so international hires may need to navigate Spanish labor contracts and social security, but the company is experienced in hiring across Spain.
  • The company's focus on local and organic products means that roles often require Spanish language proficiency, especially for customer-facing and operational positions.
  • As a growing retailer, Ametller Origen offers opportunities in store management, logistics, and food production, with potential for career growth in a family-owned business.
  • The company's integrated model provides exposure to the entire food supply chain, from farming to retail, which is valuable for professionals in the agri-food sector.
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