GM Indirect Procurement Sourcing Management

On-site in Barcelona·Added 3 days ago

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Schneider Electric doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

The role

Join us as a Manager of Indirect Procurement Sourcing and lead strategic initiatives that drive cost efficiency and supplier excellence. You'll shape procurement strategy, negotiate high-impact contracts, and develop a team while making decisions that influence organizational success.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies for indirect categories, uncovering cost savings and implementing efficient purchasing practices
  • Negotiate complex supplier contracts that balance cost, quality, sustainability, and risk considerations
  • Cultivate strategic supplier partnerships that drive innovation and deliver long-term organizational value
  • Lead and mentor team members while managing medium to large procurement projects with cross-functional impact

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Supplier Management - expert level; building strategic partnerships that deliver innovation and sustained value
  • Procurement Negotiations - expert level; securing optimal contract terms in complex, high-stakes discussions
  • Financial Literacy - expert level; analyzing total cost of ownership and driving budget optimization
  • Stakeholder Management - expert level; aligning cross-functional needs with procurement strategy
  • Influencing Skills - advanced level; gaining buy-in from leadership and internal partners on sourcing decisions
  • Contract Management - advanced level; ensuring compliance and managing supplier performance throughout contract lifecycle
  • Risk Management - advanced level; identifying and mitigating supply chain and procurement risks
  • Artificial Intelligence - advanced level; leveraging AI tools to enhance procurement analytics and decision-making

Nice to have

  • Strategic mindset with strong business acumen to align procurement decisions with broader organizational objectives
  • Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity and deliver results in dynamic, evolving environments
  • Excellent communication skills that make complex procurement concepts accessible to all stakeholders
  • Resilience and adaptability when managing change and solving moderately complex challenges

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • High-impact leadership role where your decisions shape organizational strategy and results
  • Opportunity to coach talent and lead visible projects across diverse business areas
  • Collaborative culture committed to sustainability, innovation, and ethical business practices
  • Career development through exposure to complex procurement challenges and strategic initiatives

Bring your procurement expertise to a team that values your leadership - apply today!

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Hiring process

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About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and industrial automation, providing integrated solutions for data centers, buildings, and industrial facilities. With a strong focus on digital transformation and sustainability, the company develops technologies that optimize energy efficiency and reduce carbon footprints. Schneider Electric operates in over 100 countries and employs more than 150,000 people worldwide, making it a major player in the energy technology sector.

In Spain, Schneider Electric has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, serving as a hub for engineering, sales, and services across the Iberian region. The company is known for its inclusive work culture, commitment to diversity, and emphasis on innovation, offering international professionals opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in areas like data centers, digital grids, and cybersecurity. With a strong focus on sustainability and digitalization, Schneider Electric provides a dynamic environment for career growth and cross-border collaboration.

Industry
Energy Technology
Founded
1836
Employees
100,000+
Headquarters
Rueil-Malmaison, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
se.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Schneider Electric has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering a wide range of roles in engineering, data, and sales.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and digitalization, providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects in energy management and automation.
  • International professionals can benefit from Schneider Electric's global network and diverse, inclusive work culture.
  • The company offers competitive benefits and supports professional development through continuous learning and career growth programs.

In their own words

Additional information

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!

€40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here

Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

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