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Assortment Specialist (Purchasing)

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 1 month ago

Makro

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Overview

Job details

Permanent contract
Full-time hours.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Makro doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 2+ years of experience
Junior-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

🌍Be part of an international company, leader in wholesale distribution and that seeks to continuously contribute to the culture and social life of the more than 30 countries in which we are present.

🙌Benefits that include discounts at Makro, a 24-hour health consultation app, a Christmas gift and a day off at Christmas, a reduced-cost canteen for the #makroteam, free snacks on Fridays, the possibility of opting for our flexible compensation plan and much more.

🚀The opportunity to have continuous development, through various top-level training resources such as our MPower platform, the Gofluent language program or our Goodhabitz catalog with numerous masterclasses.

💙We care about your well-being and work-life balance. Therefore, we offer you an annual flexible work plan and summer intensive schedule.

🥂As in bars and restaurants special moments are celebrated, in #makroteam we also celebrate special days throughout the year.

📋This position will have a permanent contract on a full-time basis.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing departments, commercial area, procurement, or controlling.
Previous experience in companies with a high volume of products (retail, pharmaceutical) will be valued, focused more on the purchasing area than on sales.
Solid analytical capacity and ability to interact with different stakeholders.
Initiative and proactivity in the preparation of improvement proposals.
Intermediate level knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, lookup functions).
Intermediate English level (B2).

Additional information

The role

Your mission will be: to support the Category Manager and the Junior Category Manager in the local category and supplier strategy, managing administrative and operational tasks to guarantee service and adapt to market trends.

What you'll do

You will manage the Cash & Carry/ Delivery assortment in collaboration and coordination with the involved departments.
You will monitor KPIs regarding stability, availability, sales, turnover, and shrinkage.
You will analyze assortment performance, proposing the necessary actions to correct identified deviations, making decisions for the implementation of said actions.
You will ensure the implementation of actions/projects derived from the category review.
You will prepare and participate in reports to Corporate.

At an organizational level

You will report to the Assortment Manager.
You will not have a team under your supervision.

Requirements

Company description

Hello, Hallo, Hello! Do you want to be part of the team that is transforming the hospitality industry?
If your answer is yes, keep reading because you're in the right place. You've probably heard of us or even know someone who works at Makro. We have more than 3,500 employees across Spain, but we want you to get to know us better. Makro is a subsidiary of the German METRO Group, whose goal is to take distribution within the HoReCa sector to the highest level, leveraging the advantages of digitalization, delivery service, and always focusing on the customer and the success of their business.

Job description

We are looking for an Assortment Specialist (Purchasing) to join the Pricing team at our headquarters in Madrid. Below, we will tell you all the details of the role:

We are ONE METRO

If everything you have read matches your professional expectations, wait, because there is more. At Makro, you will find an authentic, inspiring team passionate about the hospitality sector (of course 😉), where you can create and leave your mark 💙. A team we call 'ONE METRO', with whom we have fun, celebrate, and grow together. Only this way will we make a difference and reach the top.

At Makro, we are committed to Equal Opportunities between women and men and we commit to ensuring it in the selection processes we carry out.

About Makro

Makro is a global wholesale and cash-and-carry retailer, operating a network of large-format stores that serve professional and business customers. Part of the German Metro Group, Makro is a major player in the international wholesale trade, with a significant presence across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

In Spain, Makro operates a network of stores under the Makro brand, with a commercial and operational hub that supports its Spanish retail activities. The company is known for its multicultural work environment and offers opportunities for international professionals, particularly in commercial and sales management roles, with a focus on customer service and operational excellence.

Industry: Wholesale Retail
Founded: 1968
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Düsseldorf, Germany
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and 2 more
Website: makro.es

Good to know if you are moving

Makro is part of the Metro Group, a global retail giant, offering international career opportunities and a structured corporate environment.
The company operates in multiple countries, making it a multicultural workplace with diverse teams and international colleagues.
Roles in Spain are primarily in commercial and sales management, offering a path into retail operations within a large multinational.
The company provides training and development programs, which can be valuable for professionals looking to grow within a global organization.
Working for Makro in Spain offers the chance to gain experience in the Spanish retail market, which is a key entry point for the European market.

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