Purchasing Assistant - Dry Goods (temporary)
Madrid, Spain·Full-time·Added 20 days ago
36 open roles
What they offer
Fixed-term contract
Full-time hours.
What they ask for
Have the right to work in Spain
METRO/MAKRO doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English,.
The role
We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant - Dry Goods (temporary) to join the Dry Goods Purchasing team at our headquarters in Madrid. Below, we tell you all the details of 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 support the buyer in the implementation of the local Category and Supplier strategy, guaranteeing customer satisfaction and business objectives.
- You will manage administrative tasks such as orders, item registration, rate updates, and database maintenance.
- You will prepare stock, sales, and product availability reports to support procurement decisions and strategic analysis.
- You will supervise category performance in pricing, assortment, product quality, and planning alongside the buyer.
- You will coordinate the search and management of suppliers, ensuring appropriate terms and conditions.
At an organizational level
- You will report to the Dry Goods Category Manager (Confectionery & Snacks).
- You will not have a team under your supervision.
What are we looking for in you?
- Education
- 2 or 3 years of experience in similar positions.
- Proficiency in office tools and analytical capacity.
- Valuable knowledge of dry goods, previous experience in a purchasing department and/or in other companies in the sector.
- Valuable intermediate English level.
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 😉) and in which you can create and leave your mark 💙. A team that we call ‘ONE METRO’, with whom we have fun, celebrate, advance, and win together. Only in this way will we be able to 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.
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 temporary contract on a full-time basis
The role
Nos encontramos en la búsqueda de un/a Ayudante de compras - Producto Seco (temporal) para unirse al equipo de Compras de Seco en nuestras oficinas centrales en Madrid. A continuación, te contamos todos los detalles del rol:
Tu misión será; apoyar al Category Manager y al Category Manager Junior en la estrategia local de categorías y proveedores, gestionando tareas administrativas y operativas para garantizar el servicio y adaptarse a las tendencias del mercado.
What you'll do
- Apoyarás al comprador en la implementación de la estrategia local de Categorías y Proveedores, garantizando la satisfacción del cliente y los objetivos del negocio.
- Gestionarás tareas administrativas como pedidos, altas de artículos, actualización de tarifas y mantenimiento de bases de datos.
- Elaborarás informes de stock, ventas y disponibilidad de productos para apoyar decisiones de aprovisionamiento y análisis estratégico.
- Supervisarás el desempeño de categorías en precios, surtido, calidad de producto y planificación junto al comprador.
- Coordinarás la búsqueda y gestión de proveedores, asegurando términos y condiciones adecuados.
A nivel organizativo:
- Reportarás al Responsable de Categoría de Producto seco (Confectionery & Snacks).
- No tendrás equipo a cargo.
¿Qué buscamos en ti?
- Formación profesional.
- Experiencia de 2 o 3 años en puestos similares.
- Dominio herramientas ofimáticas y capacidad de análisis.
- Valorable conocimiento del producto seco, experiencia previa en departamento de compras y/o en otras empresas del sector.
- Valorable nivel de inglés intermedio.
Somos ONE METRO
Si todo lo que has leído encaja con tus expectativas profesionales espera porque aún hay más. En Makro te encontrarás con un equipo auténtico, inspirador, apasionado por el sector de la hostelería (por supuesto 😉) y en el que podrás crear y dejar tu huella 💙. Un equipo al que llamamos ‘ONE METRO’, con el que nos divertimos, celebramos, avanzamos y ganamos juntos. Sólo así conseguiremos marcar la diferencia y llegar a la cima.
En Makro nos implicamos con la Igualdad de Oportunidades entre mujeres y hombres y nos comprometemos a garantizarla en los procesos de selección que realizamos.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
🌍Ser parte de una compañía internacional, líder en distribución mayorista y que busca contribuir continuamente a la cultura y vida social de los más de 30 países en los que estamos presentes.
🙌Beneficios que incluyen descuentos en Makro, una app para consultas de salud 24 horas, cesta y un día libre en Navidad, comedor con coste reducido para el #equipomakro, snack gratis los viernes, la posibilidad de optar por nuestro plan de retribución flexible y mucho más.
🚀La oportunidad de que tengas un desarrollo continuo, a través de distintos recursos formativos de primer nivel como nuestra plataforma MPower, el programa de idiomas Gofluent o nuestro catálogo Goodhabitz con multitud de masterclasses.
💙Nos importa tu bienestar y conciliación. Por ello, te ofrecemos un plan de flexibilidad laboral anual y jornada intensiva de verano.
🥂Así como en los bares y restaurantes se celebran momentos especiales, en #equipomakro también festejamos días especiales a lo largo del año.
📋Esta posición tendrá un contrato temporal a jornada completa
About METRO/MAKRO
METRO/MAKRO is a global wholesale and food service company, operating cash-and-carry stores and digital solutions for the HoReCa (hotel, restaurant, catering) sector. Headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, METRO is one of the world's largest wholesale distributors, with operations in over 30 countries and a strong focus on food and non-food products for professional customers. In Spain, the company operates under the MAKRO brand, with a network of stores and logistics platforms serving hospitality and retail clients nationwide.
MAKRO has a significant presence in Spain, with stores and distribution centers in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga, Bilbao, Seville, and others. The company offers a range of roles from commercial and sales positions to logistics and operational management, often requiring direct customer interaction. For international professionals, MAKRO provides opportunities in a stable, multinational environment, with a focus on commercial skills and customer service. The work culture emphasizes operational excellence and digital transformation, making it a relevant employer for those seeking roles in wholesale, retail, and supply chain.
- Founded
- 1964
- Employees
- 50,000–100,000
- Headquarters
- Düsseldorf, Germany
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Málaga and 21 more
- Website
- makro.es
Good to know if you are moving
- METRO/MAKRO operates in over 30 countries, offering international career mobility and a global network.
- The company is a leading supplier to the hospitality industry, providing stable demand for commercial and logistics roles.
- Spain is a key market for MAKRO, with numerous stores and distribution centers, creating a wide range of job opportunities.
- Roles often require Spanish language skills, but the company values international experience and offers training programs.
- The company has a strong focus on digital transformation, with opportunities in e-commerce and digital solutions.
In their own words
About the company & team
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.
About the company & team
Hola, Hallo, Hello! ¿Quieres ser parte del equipo que está transformando la hostelería?
Si tu respuesta es sí, sigue leyendo porque estás en el lugar correcto. Seguramente hayas escuchado hablar de nosotros o incluso conozcas a alguien que trabaja en Makro, claro, somos más de 3500 colaboradores en toda España, pero queremos que nos conozcas más. Makro es una filial del Grupo alemán METRO, cuyo objetivo es llevar la distribución dentro del sector HoReCa a su máximo nivel, aprovechando las ventajas que ofrece la digitalización, el servicio de entrega y manteniendo siempre el foco en el cliente y en el éxito de su negocio.
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