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Senior Tenders & Contracts Specialist

Remote from Spain·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 30 Oct)

Danaher

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Work mode: Remote from Spain
Contract: Full-time
Spanish: Fluent
English: Required
Experience: Senior level

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Skills

Nice to have

Kaizen

Requirements

What we're looking for

Demonstrated experience managing tenders and commercial contracts end‑to‑end in complex, regulated and/or high‑volume environments, with the ability to independently own priorities and outcomes.
Strong commercial and compliance acumen, including public procurement processes, contracts administration, pricing governance and cross‑functional stakeholder management.
Fluency in English and Spanish with the ability to operate confidently in an international business environment (additional languages, are an advantage).

Nice to have

Advanced experience in public procurement environments.
Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies (DBS, Lean, Kaizen).

The role

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Cepheid, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, you'll get to make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the world's most complex health challenges. Together, we bring MORE change to the world.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

What you'll do

Independently lead and deliver complex tenders and commercial contracts end‑to‑end for Spain, ensuring compliant, competitive and high‑quality outcomes that support revenue growth and margin protection.
Act as a senior business partner and subject‑matter expert for Sales and cross‑functional stakeholders, providing clear guidance on risk, pricing, contracts and public procurement requirements.
Drive continuous improvement of tenders, contracts and pricing processes using DBS and Kaizen principles, applying structured problem-solving, data and insights to strengthen future tenders' strategies.
Complete all assigned and required training satisfactorily and on time.

How you'll work

Ability to travel occasionally, if required.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to

The Senior Tenders & Contracts Specialist is responsible for leading end‑to‑end tenders and contracts activities for Spain, ensuring timely, accurate and compliant execution aligned with Cepheid's commercial strategy, local regulations, internal policies, quality procedures and SOX requirements. Acting as a subject‑matter expert, this role plays a critical part in driving revenue, protecting margin and enabling sustainable deal closure.

This position reports to the Director, Tenders & Commercial Contracts EMEA and is part of the Tenders & Commercial Contracts EMEA organization. The role is based in Spain and may be performed remotely.

It would be a plus if you also possess

Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

About Danaher

Danaher is a global science and technology innovator headquartered in Washington, D.C., USA. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of products and services across life sciences, diagnostics, environmental, and applied solutions. With over 80,000 employees worldwide, Danaher operates through a portfolio of well-known brands such as Beckman Coulter, Leica Microsystems, and Pall Corporation, serving customers in healthcare, research, and industrial markets.

In Spain, Danaher maintains a significant presence with offices in Barcelona and Madrid, supporting sales, service, and operational functions. The company is known for its strong culture of continuous improvement through the Danaher Business System, offering international professionals opportunities to work in a dynamic, results-driven environment. With roles spanning field applications, technical support, and business analytics, Danaher provides a platform for career growth in a global organization.

Founded: 1969
Employees: 50,000–100,000
Headquarters: Washington, D.C., USA
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

Danaher is a Fortune 500 company with a global presence, offering international career mobility across its many operating companies.
The company's Danaher Business System (DBS) is a renowned operational framework that emphasizes continuous improvement and employee development.
Spain offices are located in Barcelona and Madrid, both major hubs with strong international connectivity and quality of life.
Danaher provides competitive benefits and supports professional growth through structured training and development programs.
The company operates in regulated industries like healthcare and diagnostics, offering stable and impactful roles for technical professionals.

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