Overview
Job details
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Applus IDIADA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Tarragona
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 5+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Strategic role with high visibility and impact across the organization
- Opportunity to work with leading automotive manufacturers and suppliers
- Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Competitive compensation package
- Access to cutting-edge technology and industry-leading facilities
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial, pricing, or contract management roles
- Strong understanding of commercial processes and contract law
- Proficiency in data analysis and CRM platform usage
- Advanced Excel skills for financial modeling and objective setting
- Excellent coordination and communication skills to work across multiple departments
- Ability to identify risks and value propositions in complex commercial scenarios
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
- Fluency in English and Spanish (additional languages are a plus)
Nice to have
- Experience in automotive or engineering services industry (preferred)
The role
We are seeking an experienced Bids, Contracts and Pricing Specialist to lead our commercial bidding strategy and pricing policies. This strategic role requires a professional with 5+ years of experience in similar position who will coordinate commercial committees, manage contractual matters, and ensure pricing coherence across all business units.
What you'll do
- Coordinate and supervise commercial committees for each offer, ensuring alignment across all departments (productive and support teams) to guarantee successful project execution.
- Identify project risks and unique selling points (USPs) during offer review processes, ensuring comprehensive evaluation of each opportunity.
- Handle contractual topics including payment conditions, billing terms, and project margins. Review sales contracts and coordinate with legal and production teams to ensure compliance with all requirements.
- Organize and coordinate the definition of pricing policies with product managers, establishing reference prices for each service and ensuring consistency across the organization.
- Analyze the implementation of pricing policies to ensure consistency and effectiveness across the organization.
- Coordinate with product managers and country sales managers to define annual objectives. Present objectives to management for approval and coordinate sales action plans across relevant teams.
- Conduct comprehensive analysis of profit margins across all products, services, and business units to identify improvement opportunities and areas of concern. Monitor key financial performance metrics including gross margin, net margin, and EBITDA, providing regular reports and actionable insights to senior leadership.
- Identify and eliminate profit leakage through systematic review of pricing structures, discounting practices, and contract terms, implementing corrective measures to protect and enhance organizational profitability.
About Applus IDIADA
Applus IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, providing design, testing, homologation, and certification services to vehicle manufacturers worldwide. With a workforce of over 2,800 engineers and technical experts, the company operates state-of-the-art test tracks and laboratories, supporting clients across the entire vehicle development cycle. Its headquarters and main technical center are located in Santa Oliva, Spain, near Barcelona.
In Spain, Applus IDIADA is a key player in the automotive R&D sector, with its main campus in Santa Oliva and additional presence in Barcelona and Madrid. The company actively recruits international engineers, particularly those fluent in Chinese, German, Korean, and Japanese, to support its global client base. Its work culture is highly technical and project-driven, offering relocating professionals the opportunity to work on cutting-edge vehicle testing, emissions certification, and electric vehicle technologies in a multicultural environment.
- Industry
- Automotive Engineering
- Founded
- 1990
- Employees
- 2,500–5,000
- Headquarters
- Santa Oliva, Spain
- In Spain
- Santa Oliva, Barcelona, Madrid
- Website
- applusidiada.com
Good to know if you are moving
- The main technical campus is located in Santa Oliva, a small town in Catalonia, about 60 km from Barcelona, offering a quieter lifestyle with easy access to the city.
- The company actively recruits international engineers, with specific roles requiring fluency in Chinese, German, Japanese, and Korean to support global automotive clients.
- Applus IDIADA offers a unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art testing facilities, including proving grounds, wind tunnels, and emissions labs, which are among the most advanced in Europe.
- The company provides relocation support for international hires, including assistance with visas and work permits, as part of its global talent acquisition strategy.
- The work environment is highly multicultural, with employees from over 30 countries, making it an attractive option for professionals seeking an international career in automotive engineering.
In their own words
About the company & team
Applus IDIADA is a young and dynamic organization that values participation, collaboration and long-term relationships. We continuously generate professional development opportunities and growth alternatives for motivated and engaged professionals.
Additional information
Applus+ IDIADA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.
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