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Purchasing Assistant

On-site in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat·Added 5 days ago

Marlex Staffing

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Marlex Staffing doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
No relocation package mentioned.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

What do we offer?

• Initial and continuous training.

• Working day with a flexible schedule.

• Work tools.

• Be part of a multidisciplinary team with activity in more than 20 countries.

• Job stability and growth opportunities.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge of Excel and database management.

• Fluent English (especially written).

• Good command of office software tools.

• Proactivity, autonomy, and problem-solving skills.

• Experience in foreign trade.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of SAP Business One (desirable).

The role

We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant to help us optimize our supply chain and ensure efficient management of suppliers and materials.

What you'll do

Responsibilities:

• Inquire about prices and lead times with suppliers without price lists.

• Manage purchases with special pricing and conduct strategic negotiations.

• Review lead times in supplier backlogs.

• Adjust scheduled order dates to optimize deliveries.

• Follow up on orders to guarantee punctual deliveries.

• Evaluate supplier offers and negotiate favorable conditions.

• Manage land, air, and sea logistics.

How you'll work

• Schedule: Monday to Thursday 8:00 to 17:30 - one hour for lunch

Friday 8:00 to 14:30 - 30 mins for breakfast

July and August 7:30 to 14:30 - 30 mins for breakfast

About Marlex Staffing

Marlex Staffing is a staffing and recruitment agency operating in Spain, specializing in connecting industrial and agricultural professionals with employers across the country. The company focuses on placing workers in roles such as logistics, manufacturing, agricultural transport, and technical maintenance, serving as a bridge between job seekers and companies in sectors like food production, industrial manufacturing, and agricultural services.

With its headquarters in Vic, Catalonia, Marlex Staffing has a strong presence across Spain, particularly in industrial and agricultural hubs. For international professionals, the agency offers an entry point into the Spanish labor market, with roles that often require Spanish language skills and a willingness to work in hands-on, operational environments. The company's work culture is practical and field-oriented, reflecting the blue-collar nature of the positions it fills, and it is a relevant option for those seeking immediate employment in Spain's industrial and agricultural sectors.

Industry: Staffing
Website: marlex.net