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On-site in Castellón de la Plana·Added yesterday (last checked 28 Oct)
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- On-site, Castellón de la Plana
- Contract
- Permanent
- Education
- University degree



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Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
Education & certifications
Minimum level of education required: University studies
Languages
English: B1
The role
At Nealis, we are looking to hire a Purchasing Director for our Hospitality business area, a key position to accompany the growth and evolution of the organization. In Hospitality, we take care of every detail to ensure people's well-being, creating spaces and services for traveling, eating, working, exercising, and enjoying. Through our different services, we cover areas such as accommodation, catering, coworking and coliving spaces, and leisure. We are looking for a person with extensive experience in purchasing, negotiation, and supplier management. Their mission will be to guarantee efficient, coordinated purchasing management aligned with the needs of the different business lines, driving continuous improvement, cost optimization, and the development of a model that accompanies the growth and expansion of the company.
Location: Castellón
What you'll do
You will be responsible for defining, leading, and optimizing the purchasing strategy, guaranteeing the standardization of processes, operational efficiency, and compliance with established economic and quality objectives. Your main functions will include: Designing and implementing the centralized purchasing model, integrating processes and responsibilities. Defining the strategy, policies, procedures, and budget for the area, aligned with business objectives and the organization's growth plans. Leading the selection, approval, evaluation, and negotiation of suppliers, ensuring the best service, quality, and cost conditions. Standardizing categories, processes, approval circuits, and framework agreements to improve efficiency and control. Supervising orders, deliveries, incidents, and compliance with the conditions agreed upon with suppliers. Managing fixed asset purchases (CAPEX), including equipment, machinery, opening projects, and renovations. Coordinating demand planning alongside operations, central kitchen, and other departments. Controlling costs, consumption, savings, and deviations, preparing reports and indicators for decision-making. Guaranteeing compliance with applicable regulations regarding quality, food safety, and traceability. Leading, coordinating, and developing the purchasing team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Participating in expansion projects and the opening of new centers, ensuring the correct planning of supplies and equipment. Driving digitalization, sustainability, and the optimization of purchasing processes. Performing periodic visits to the different establishments nationwide.
How you'll work
Contract: PERMANENT TC
About Nealis (Grupo Gimeno)
The group cares for water and the environment, manages key infrastructure and everyday services, and builds infrastructure with a long-term vision.
Today Nealis is a compact and diversified group of more than 40 companies with over 7,000 professionals, around 60 locations across Spain and roughly 700 million euros in revenue. It states a focus on combining innovation and technology to deliver more efficient and sustainable services.
- Industry
- Water Services and Infrastructure
- Founded
- 1873
- Employees
- 7,000
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