Randstad is a global leader in the HR services industry, specializing in recruitment, staffing, and outsourcing solutions across 39 countries. As one of the world's largest HR providers, the company operates at a massive scale, connecting millions of candidates with opportunities in sectors ranging from technology and engineering to healthcare and logistics.

In Spain, Randstad maintains one of the most extensive professional networks in the country, with a presence in nearly every major city. For international professionals, Randstad serves as a primary entry point into the Spanish labor market, offering specialized recruitment services through divisions like Randstad Technologies and Randstad Professionals, which frequently handle roles for multinational clients requiring English or other foreign languages.

Founded in 1960 by Frits Goldschmeding in the Netherlands, Randstad has grown from a small local operation into the world's largest HR service provider. The company expanded into Spain in the 1990s and has since solidified its position through major acquisitions like Vedior.

For international professionals

Operates a vast network of over 200 offices across Spain, providing local support in almost every province.
Features specialized divisions for IT, Engineering, and Life Sciences that are highly relevant for skilled international workers.
Acts as a primary recruiter for many Fortune 500 companies established in Spain.
Provides a wide variety of contract types, including permanent placements and long-term outsourcing projects.

Purchasing Manager

Randstad España

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

You will be responsible for the procurement of our raw materials.

To achieve this, you will maintain close contact with farmers, expanding and nurturing these relationships on a daily basis.

You will formulate and present procurement strategies, purchasing opportunities, and guidelines aligned with the department's objectives.

You will provide market information on quantitative and qualitative trends (raw material prices, market conditions, crop development) through periodic and specific reports, as well as analysis of results and purchasing process indicators.

You will coordinate, execute, maintain, and/or improve purchasing administrative processes and systems.

University degree (Bachelor's or Licenciatura) in food technology, agriculture, or economics, and/or between 4 and 6 years of B2B commercial experience in the food industry.

Strong technical knowledge of agricultural supply and raw materials.

Excellent command of English and Spanish, both spoken and written, along with strong negotiation skills.

Proactive attitude, hands-on approach, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with farmers, manufacturers, and the internal organization.

An international and challenging work environment where you can broaden your horizons, gain extensive experience in the industrial food sector, and maximize your commercial potential. We offer a space where successes and challenges are shared, and where we grow together. Attractive financial compensation package based on your experience.

View original advert (Spanish)

Serás responsable de las compras de nuestras materias primas.

Para ello, mantendrás un contacto estrecho con los agricultores, ampliando y cuidando esta relación en el día a día.

Formularás y presentarás estrategias de aprovisionamiento, oportunidades de compra y directrices alineadas con los objetivos del departamento.

Proporcionarás información de mercado sobre la evolución cuantitativa y cualitativa (precios de materias primas, condiciones de mercado, desarrollo de cosechas) mediante informes periódicos y específicos, así como análisis de resultados e indicadores del proceso de compra.

Coordinarás, ejecutarás, mantendrás y/o mejorarás los procesos y sistemas administrativos de compras

Titulación universitaria (Grado o Licenciatura) en tecnología de los alimentos, agricultura o economía, y/o entre 4 y 6 años de experiencia comercial B2B en la industria alimentaria.

Buenos conocimientos técnicos en suministro agrícola y materias primas.

Excelente dominio del inglés y español, tanto hablado como escrito, junto con sólidas habilidades de negociación.