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Procurement Engineer for Facilities Projects

Hybrid in Madrid·Full-time·Added 10 months ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Veolia

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Spanish
Fluent
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree
Benefits
Private health insurance, flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We offer:
- A stable project, so that you can continue to develop professionally with us.
- Permanent contract.
- Salary commensurate with experience provided.
- One day of remote work.
- Flexible benefits: Medical insurance, meal vouchers, childcare vouchers, transport card.

The role

At Veolia Servicios Lecam, we need to recruit a Procurement Engineer in Madrid for large installation projects. Their main function will be to manage and execute strategic procurement processes for materials, equipment, and services for large electrical installation, HVAC, civil engineering, and industrial water treatment projects, with special emphasis on negotiation and contractual management with suppliers and subcontractors.

Job responsibilities:
- Manage procurement of electrical equipment, HVAC, civil engineering, and industrial water treatment.
- Act as a strategic partner to site managers and the technical office in procurement planning, providing proactive support for site needs: emergencies, project changes, alternative solutions.
- Maintain close coordination with the technical office for the validation of technical specifications and alternatives, advising the project team on material availability, deadlines, and market options.
- Lead complex negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Conduct complex RFQ/RFP tendering processes.
- Negotiate terms and conditions: prices, deadlines, warranties, penalties, payment terms, Incoterms. Perform technical-economic comparisons.
- Manage subcontracting contracts aligned with site needs, in coordination with legal departments for contractual review, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Participate in project follow-up meetings with site managers, anticipating procurement needs according to the site schedule.
- Resolve supply incidents with agility, minimizing impact on the site. Manage complaints and claims with a project protection vision.
- Manage a qualified supplier database accessible to the technical team.
- Manage and develop a strategic portfolio of suppliers and subcontractors.
- Identify and approve new suppliers that add value to the project.

Your work will be carried out in a multidisciplinary work environment, and you will be integrated into the activity of a large human team, maintaining a constant relationship with the rest of the company's areas, directly controlling the development, quality, and profitability of your activity.

At Veolia, we know that professionals are the fundamental pillar of our corporate identity and our results. We promote their integration, through a clear commitment to equality between men and women, sharing our corporate culture, practice, and experience.

Job description

If you are interested, do not hesitate to apply!

Requirements

  • Education: Engineering (Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil).
  • At least 5 years of experience in similar functions, managing procurement for large projects in the installation sector and working in coordination with site teams and the technical office.
  • Experience in negotiating complex contracts (+3M?) and in the development and management of strategic supplier portfolios.
  • Proficiency in ERP/NAV/SAP, contract management tools, and BI.
  • Languages: Spanish and, highly valued, English.
  • Availability to travel.
  • Key competencies for the position: customer orientation, teamwork (procurement-site-engineering), proactivity, problem-solving, negotiation skills, and results orientation.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Application

  2. Interview with HR

    With HR team

  3. Interview with your future manager

    With a future manager

    Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.

  4. Decision

  5. Onboarding

    Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded
1853
Employees
200,000–250,000
Headquarters
Paris, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more
Website
veolia.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
  • The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
  • Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
  • Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

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As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

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