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Procurement Director

On-site in Pozuelo de Alarcón·Added 25 days ago

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Marlex Recruiting doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Pozuelo de Alarcón

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Director-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Joining a consolidated project, with a proven track record and in constant evolution.
  • Strategic position with high impact on the business and decision-making.
  • Dynamic, professionalized environment oriented toward continuous improvement.
  • Participation in transformation projects and process optimization.
  • Professional development within a leading company in its sector.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Consolidated experience in responsibility positions in purchasing and/or supply chain.
  • A track record in the following environments is highly valued:
    • Organized catering / QSR
    • Food industry or distribution
  • High negotiation capacity and strategic vision.
  • Business orientation and operational sensitivity, especially in environments with perishable products.
  • Experience in demand planning, KPI analysis, and procurement management.
  • Leadership, influence, and team management capacity.
  • Advanced level of English (essential for an international environment).
  • Availability to travel.

The role

At Paul Marlex, we are collaborating with a company in the food sector with a solid track record and national presence, in the search for a Purchasing & Supply Chain Director to lead a key area within the organization.

This is a strategic position, with a direct impact on the business, that combines global vision, proximity to operations, and team leadership in a dynamic and highly demanding environment.

What you'll do

To comprehensively lead the purchasing, procurement, and logistics areas, ensuring supply chain efficiency, cost optimization, and service quality at all points of sale.

  • Define and implement the purchasing and supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team (purchasing, logistics, and procurement).
  • Act as a link between strategy and daily operations, with high proximity to the business.
  • Negotiation with national and international suppliers.
  • Management of key business categories (food products and associated materials).
  • Definition of agreements based on annual consumption forecasts.
  • Identification, evaluation, and approval of new suppliers in coordination with quality and food safety.
  • Participation in product validation processes (tastings, tests, etc.).
  • End-to-end supply chain supervision: supplier, logistics operator, and point of sale.
  • Control and monitoring of service levels (SLAs) and delivery times.
  • Efficient management of perishable products, optimizing stock and minimizing waste.
  • Coordination of demand forecasting and procurement planning.
  • Driving the digital transformation of the area, especially in processes and reporting.
  • Identification and implementation of operational efficiency improvements.
  • Participation in the progressive centralization of indirect purchasing.

About Marlex Recruiting

Marlex Recruiting is a Spanish recruitment and staffing agency based in Girona, specializing in connecting companies with qualified professionals across various sectors, including industrial, engineering, IT, and commercial roles. With a strong presence in the Catalan region, Marlex provides both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, leveraging a deep understanding of the local job market to serve both clients and candidates effectively.

For international professionals, Marlex offers a gateway to opportunities in Spain, particularly in the dynamic industrial and tech hubs of Catalonia. The company's work culture is client-focused and results-driven, with a team of recruiters who are experienced in navigating the Spanish labor market. While Marlex primarily serves the local market, its services can be valuable for international candidates seeking employment in Spain, especially in the Girona and Barcelona areas.

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Website
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