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Procurement & Facilities Transformation Lead

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 2 Nov)

Generali Spain

13 open roles

Our summary

Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours
English
Required
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Let us tell you what we are looking for. For us, the most important thing is to discover your skills!

Here's what we're looking for. The most important thing for us is to get to know and discover your skills!

  • Cross-functional leadership capability
  • Capability to lead people without hierarchical dependency, supporting problem-solving, seeking alternative paths if necessary, and working with autonomy and trust. Alignment with organizational values
  • Management of projects with relevant impact.
  • Result orientation, with ambition and energy to mobilize others and achieve successes.
  • Analytical capability in decision-making.
  • Deep knowledge of the business, the market, and the competition.
  • Exceptional communication skills. Ability to debate and explain information to different interlocutors at different communication levels (group, individual), to manage relationships and agreements within the organization and with the required interlocutors.
  • Highly organized, capable of setting priorities, multitasking, and processing information with a high level of precision.

Knowledge and Experience

  • Experience in Procurement & Facilities, from the organization of processes to their review and continuous improvement.
  • Strong strategic and problem-solving mindset with the ability to break down complex problems into parts that can be managed agilely.
  • Feels comfortable making decisions with a certain level of uncertainty, evaluating their cost/benefit.
  • Feels comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple simultaneous workflows.
  • Experience in change/transformation project management.
  • Experience in managing direct and indirect teams.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal (presentations to Management).
  • Advanced English level.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Now, let us tell you what we can offer you. Here is everything waiting for you!

We offer you stability from day one, with a permanent contract, so you can focus on what motivates you.
Our working hours are flexible, and you will have the possibility to work more than 50% of your time remotely.
You will enjoy an additional compensation package, as our model includes a pension plan and meal allowance; you can also request flexible remuneration to access other services such as childcare, transport card, or training support.
You will have up to 30 working days of vacation to disconnect and come back with recharged batteries (including vacation days, personal days, and company holidays). Additionally, if you work at the Madrid or Barcelona headquarters, you will have access to a gym where you can work out on your own or attend guided classes.
You will participate in an international and cross-functional environment with the opportunity to work on projects with different teams and countries.
We care about your development, which is why we offer an interesting 'a la carte' continuous training package to help you boost your professional career.

The role

And if you are eager to learn more and are wondering: what will my day-to-day look like?

Lead and coordinate the functional transformation strategy, the governance framework, and the cross-functional execution of strategic initiatives in the areas of Procurement and Facilities, operating under the strategic framework defined by the area's Management.

The role acts as a cross-functional reference for change, ensuring coherence between projects, alignment with the Group, clarity in operational decision-making, and effective progress of strategic and technological initiatives, in a complex environment with multiple stakeholders.

What you'll do

Main tasks and responsibilities

This role operates in a highly changing environment and with a high degree of complexity around it.

This role leads the successful launch and execution of all workstreams defined for each initiative, as well as the continuous improvement of processes once launched.

The role will ensure that teams focus on key priorities and are aligned with the established roadmap.

Reporting directly to the Head of Procurement, Logistics & Facility Management, you will be responsible for:

1. Strategy & Transformation (Functional Scope)

  • Develop and articulate the functional transformation strategy for Procurement and Facilities, aligned with the strategic guidelines of the area and the Group.
  • Translate strategic objectives into transformation roadmaps, priority initiatives, and executable action plans.
  • Ensure coherence between the various ongoing strategic and technological initiatives.

2. Process and decision governance

  • Define, implement, and maintain the governance model for projects, processes, and relevant changes in Procurement and Facilities.
  • Establish clear criteria for:
    • prioritization of initiatives
    • standardization vs. exceptions
    • roles, responsibilities, and decision escalation
  • Ensure the consistent application of governance, avoiding ad-hoc or fragmented solutions.

3. Cross-functional coordination of initiatives

  • Lead the cross-functional coordination of strategic and technological projects within the area.
  • Align local teams, support functions (IT, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Security, etc.), and involved external providers.
  • Identify dependencies, risks, and conflicts between initiatives, proposing operational solutions.

4. Interfacing with the Group and key stakeholders

  • Act as the reference operational interlocutor with the Group on matters of functional strategy, transformation, and governance of Procurement and Facilities.
  • Prepare and lead follow-up and alignment meetings with key stakeholders.
  • Translate corporate requirements into local operational impact and vice versa.

5. Driving and unblocking change

  • Identify blocked initiatives or those with low progress and analyze root causes (decision, resources, alignment, dependencies).
  • Propose scenarios, alternatives, and recommendations to facilitate decision-making.
  • Escalate in a structured manner those decisions that exceed your scope of responsibility.

6. Monitoring and reporting

  • Ensure clear visibility of the status of strategic initiatives through synthetic and decision-oriented reporting.
  • Guarantee traceability of decisions, commitments, and progress.
  • Provide relevant information for the function's Management and for the Group.

About Generali Spain

Generali is one of the world's largest insurance groups, founded in 1831 in Trieste, Italy. The company operates across more than 50 countries, offering a wide range of insurance solutions including life, health, property, and casualty coverage. In Spain, Generali operates through its subsidiary Generali España, which includes joint ventures like Cajamar Seguros and Cajamar Vida, solidifying its position as a major player in the Spanish insurance market.

Generali has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, and a strong commitment to hiring local talent. The company's Spanish operations are a key part of its global strategy, and they actively seek professionals in areas like actuarial science, IT, finance, and risk management. For international professionals, Generali offers a dynamic and multicultural work environment, with opportunities for growth and development in a stable and well-established industry.

Industry
Insurance
Founded
1831
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Trieste, Italy
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Generali is a global insurance group, offering international professionals the chance to work in a truly multicultural environment.
  • The company has a strong presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, and is actively hiring for roles in actuarial, IT, and finance.
  • Generali offers competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for international mobility within the group.
  • The company is committed to digital transformation and innovation, making it an attractive employer for tech and data professionals.
  • Generali's Spanish operations are a joint venture with Cajamar, providing a unique opportunity to work in a cross-cultural environment.

In their own words

About the company & team

Do you want to develop in the best company to work for, ranked #1 by Top Employer for the second consecutive year? Come to Generali, a company whose purpose is to care for people.

Thank you very much for your interest in joining the GENERALI team.

We hope to accompany you and support you throughout this process, which we know can be a great challenge.

Throughout the job posting, you will discover what our project is and we will show you the advantages of working at GENERALI. We hope it's a great fit for you!

First, you might ask: who are we?

Generali is a multinational group and one of the world's leading insurers, present in more than 50 countries worldwide.
Our purpose is "to help people build a safer and more sustainable future by caring for their lives and dreams." This is the reason we exist and the source of inspiration for our work; and it is reflected in international recognitions such as the Dow Jones Best in Class Europe index, formerly known as the Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI).
We are an inclusive and open community where innovation and professional development are fostered, and we are proud that through our work we can make a difference in people's lives.

Being part of the Generali team means being part of a company that stands out in the people dimension, not only for being a Top Employer, but also for being ranked among the top insurers in the Merco Talent ranking and for being certified as a Family-Responsible Company (EFR). We encourage you to join us and be part of the project!

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