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Bricor Purchasing Team Leader

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added today

El Corte Ingles

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
Be near Madrid for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Titulación universitaria, preferiblemente en ADE, Marketing, Ingeniería, Comercio o similar.” — per the ad.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We offer a range of social benefits that will contribute to your well-being.

- Exclusive discounts and financing options.

- Life insurance.

- Corporate University.

- Ongoing training for professional development.

- Study aid for employees' children.

- Own medical service.

- Flexible compensation plan.

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree, preferably in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Commerce or a related field.
Proven experience leading purchasing, product management or category management teams.
Experience in negotiation with manufacturers and suppliers, as well as in defining and implementing commercial strategies.
Knowledge of the DIY, construction, building materials, hardware, home improvement or specialised distribution sector.
Strong analytical skills for managing sales, margins, profitability, stock and key business indicators.
Advanced Excel skills and valuable experience with data analysis tools such as Power BI.
Profile with strategic vision, business orientation and strong decision-making skills.
Strong leadership, communication, influencing, negotiation and team development skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally with different company departments and manage dynamic, results-driven environments.

The role

The project waiting for you.

Lead, develop and coordinate the DIY Purchasing team, defining the commercial strategy for the categories under their responsibility and ensuring efficient business management. They will be responsible for driving sales growth, profitability and competitiveness across the categories, ensuring a differentiated offering aligned with customer needs, through team leadership, supplier relationships and coordination with different company departments.

Main duties and requirements.

What you'll do

Lead, develop and coordinate the Purchasing/Product Manager team, setting objectives, tracking results and fostering a high-performance, professional development environment.
Define, together with the Purchasing Department, the commercial strategy for the categories under their responsibility, ensuring a competitive, profitable offering aligned with customer needs and business objectives.
Oversee the overall management of the categories, driving assortment optimisation, innovation, new product launches and continuous profitability improvement.
Lead relationships with key suppliers, overseeing strategic negotiations and securing the best commercial, economic and service conditions.
Continuously analyse key business indicators (sales, margin, profitability, stock and turnover), defining action plans to drive category growth.
Coordinate work with Marketing, Operations, Stores and Supply Chain departments to ensure the correct implementation of commercial strategies and campaigns.
Drive continuous improvement of processes, tools and working methods, fostering operational efficiency and achievement of area objectives.

About El Corte Ingles

El Corte Inglés is Spain's largest department store group and one of the country's most iconic retail companies. Founded in 1940, it operates a vast network of department stores, hypermarkets (Hipercor), supermarkets (Supercor), and an extensive online retail platform. The company also has significant operations in travel agencies, insurance, and financial services, employing tens of thousands of people across Spain and internationally.

With its headquarters in Madrid, El Corte Inglés has a strong presence throughout Spain, with stores and offices in nearly every major city. The company is known for its traditional, customer-centric retail culture and offers a wide range of roles, from sales and logistics to technology, data analysis, and corporate functions. For international professionals, El Corte Inglés provides opportunities to work in a major Spanish company, though Spanish language proficiency is typically essential for most positions.

Industry: Retail
Founded: 1940
Employees: 50,000–100,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and 17 more
Website: elcorteingles.es

Good to know if you are moving

El Corte Inglés is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and is a Spanish-founded company.
The company operates across all major Spanish cities, offering opportunities in retail, logistics, and corporate roles.
Spanish language proficiency is generally required for most positions, especially customer-facing roles.
The company offers a wide range of roles, from sales and operations to technology and data analytics, suitable for various professional backgrounds.
As a large, established employer, El Corte Inglés provides stable employment and opportunities for internal mobility.

In their own words

About the company & team

Are you looking to develop your talent and a place where your effort is recognized? We offer you a dynamic, close-knit environment with a future. Here, every day is a new opportunity to learn, grow, and shine. Imagine being part of a diverse team, where evolution and customer service are our priority. At El Corte Inglés, our work is a shared passion.