Head of Purchasing - Food Retail

Michael Page España·Talavera de la Reina

What they offer

  • Permanent contract

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Michael Page España doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Talavera de la Reina

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Director-level role.

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About the role

The Purchasing Manager will define and execute the company's purchasing strategy, ensuring optimal levels of cost, quality, and product availability.

  • Strategic project with direct impact on profitability and decision-making.
  • Management role with real autonomy and leadership of the purchasing function.

What you'll do

Reporting to General Management, the candidate will be responsible for:

  • Designing and executing the company's purchasing policy.
  • Managing and developing strategic relationships with key suppliers.
  • Leading negotiations, contracts, and commercial terms.
  • Optimizing costs, margins, and inventory turnover.
  • Supervising stock management, supply, and goods flow.
  • Implementing process improvements and technological tools in purchasing.
  • Monitoring KPIs for the area: savings, quality, lead times, ESG, and managed spend.
  • Coordinating with commercial, marketing, and operations departments.
  • Leading, developing, and supervising the purchasing team.
  • Analyzing markets, trends, and improvement opportunities.

What you'll get

  • Stable and strategic role within an evolving organization.
  • High internal visibility and direct involvement in key decisions.
  • Real autonomy to define and implement the purchasing strategy.
  • Professional environment focused on continuous improvement and results.
  • Opportunity for growth and professional development in the medium term.

About the company & team

Our client is an established company in the food retail distribution sector, with centralized operations and a clear focus on operational efficiency, continuous improvement, and cost optimization. It is a growing organization focused on professionalizing processes and generating sustainable value through the purchasing function.

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

We are looking for a professional with proven experience in purchasing within the food retail sector, preferably in the wholesale channel. The ideal candidate brings strategic vision, strong analytical and negotiation skills, team leadership, and a clear results orientation. Their ability to manage suppliers, optimize costs, and anticipate market trends will be key, combining an operational approach with strategic thinking.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

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Michael Page España

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