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Corporate Buyer

Hybrid in Leganés·Added 1 month ago (last checked 1 Oct)

Logista

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Overview

Work mode: Hybrid, Leganés
Hours: Jornada intensiva on Fridays and in summer
Spanish: Fluent
English: Required
Experience: 3+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Meal vouchers

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Required:

Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Industrial Engineering or related fields.
At least 3 years of experience, ideally in the field of Industrial Purchasing.
Advanced English level (C1).
Good abilities to perform their function with a high degree of autonomy. This role is analytical, results-oriented, with a solid understanding of the Purchasing area.

Nice to have

Desirable:

Postgraduate degree or Master's in the Purchasing and Marketing area.
French and/or Italian.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Work-life balance measures: remote work policy, flexible hours, intensive working day on Fridays, at Christmas, Easter and summer, and extra public holidays.
Great working environment.
Job stability.
Restaurant card.

The role

What you'll do

The selected candidate will propose global agreements with suppliers. They will oversee the purchasing operations for these goods and services at the Group level, seeking to generate economies of scale in accordance with Internal Policies. All of this aims to ensure supply under the best conditions of cost, quality, and delivery time.

Reporting to the Corporate Purchasing Director, the role will have the following responsibilities, among others:

Oversee and/or manage the procurement processes for the goods and services of the categories mentioned above, always with the aim of achieving cost, quality and lead time objectives.
Define the goods and services to be managed at Group level, in order to leverage the synergies and economies of scale arising from such management.
Propose framework collaboration agreements with global suppliers.
Ensure that the goods and services in the categories under their responsibility that are not subject to global management (local purchases) are acquired in accordance with Group Policies, as well as with best practices.
Manage those local purchases that, given their importance, are declared as centrally executed.
Propose the Purchasing strategy for the categories under their responsibility.

About Logista

Logista is a leading European logistics and distribution company, specializing in the distribution of tobacco products, convenience goods, pharmaceuticals, and other products to over 200,000 points of sale across Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, and Poland. With a strong focus on technology and innovation, Logista operates one of the most extensive and efficient distribution networks in Southern Europe, serving major clients in the retail and pharmaceutical sectors. The company is headquartered in Madrid and is listed on the Spanish stock exchange, with a significant workforce across its operating countries.

In Spain, Logista is a major employer with its main offices and operations center in Madrid, along with a network of warehouses and logistics hubs throughout the country. The company is known for its strong commitment to operational excellence and digital transformation, offering opportunities for professionals in logistics, engineering, data, and business development. For international hires, Logista provides a multicultural work environment, with operations across several European countries, and values professionals with experience in supply chain management and cross-border logistics. The company's scale and market leadership make it a relevant player for those seeking a stable career in the logistics industry in Spain.

Industry: Logistics
Founded: 1999
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid
Website: logista.com

Good to know if you are moving

Logista is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and has a significant presence across Spain, making it a key employer for logistics professionals in the country.
The company operates in multiple European countries (Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, and Poland), offering opportunities for international mobility and cross-border experience.
Logista is listed on the Spanish stock exchange (IBEX 35), indicating financial stability and a strong market position.
The company invests heavily in technology and innovation, particularly in automation and data analytics, providing roles for engineers and data specialists.
As a large, established company, Logista offers structured career paths and professional development programs, which can be attractive for international professionals seeking long-term growth.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Logista, you will have the opportunity to go as far as you set your mind to. You will learn every day and add value in a professional, solid, diverse, sustainable and technological environment, collaborating with high-performance teams. If you are looking to take a professional leap, experience new challenges and keep growing constantly, this is your place. We are motivated by your success and, above all, by you enjoying the journey. What about you? Are you ready to join us on this trip?

Logista is the leading distributor to proximity retailers in Europe and specializes in distribution to proximity channels. It regularly serves more than 200,000 points of sale in Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, Poland and the Netherlands. It provides the best and fastest access to the market for a wide range of convenience, pharmaceutical, electronic top-up, books, publications, tobacco and lottery products, among others. Logista has a team of highly qualified professionals made up of more than 8,000 direct employees and 15,000 collaborators, focused on serving its customers in the most efficient way and adapted to their needs.

Logista is seeking a Corporate Buyer for its head offices, whose mission will be to coordinate and oversee the implementation of Logista's Purchasing Policy for goods and services within the categories under their responsibility in the area of Industrial Equipment and Services:

Industrial installations (picking, sorting, shuttle,...)
Industrial machinery
Photovoltaic plants
Facilities management
Utilities; electricity and gas. Demonstrable knowledge and experience in electricity procurement in Spain, France, Italy and Portugal. Geographic scope for gas: France and Spain
Security and surveillance services
Packaging
Being part of a leading company in its sector.
Working with the best professionals and specialists in the market.
Betting on technological innovation.
Collaborating in an international environment thanks to our presence in 7 European countries.
Having continuous learning, growth and professional development.
Improving quality of life thanks to the best benefits.

Additional information

If you want to join the journey, apply to this offer!

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We are a company that offers equal opportunities and fosters diversity and respect for difference in our organization. We do not tolerate any type of discrimination based on race, color, gender expression, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, social class, politics, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other reason.
We ensure that people with disabilities receive the necessary accommodations to participate in the selection process, as well as to perform the duties of their position. Contact us if you need to communicate any request in this regard.

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