Purchasing Engineer for Facilities Projects

Veolia·Madrid, Spain (Hybrid)

What they offer

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time hours.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Veolia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Be near Madrid, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

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About the role

At Veolia Servicios Lecam we are looking to add to our team in Madrid a Purchasing Engineer for large facilities projects. Their main role will be to manage and execute strategic purchasing processes for materials, equipment and services for large projects involving electrical installations, HVAC, civil works and industrial water treatment, with special emphasis on negotiation and contract management with suppliers and subcontractors.

What you'll do

Responsibilities of the position:
- Manage purchasing of electrical equipment, HVAC, civil works and industrial water treatment.
- Act as a strategic partner for project managers and the technical office in purchasing planning, proactively supporting site needs: urgent requests, project changes, alternative solutions.
- Maintain close coordination with the technical office to validate technical specifications and alternatives, advising the project team on material availability, lead times and market options.
- Lead complex negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Conduct complex RFQ/RFP bidding processes.
- Negotiate terms and conditions: prices, lead times, warranties, penalties, payment terms, Incoterms. Prepare technical and commercial comparisons.
- Manage subcontracts aligned with project needs, coordinating with legal departments for contract review and compliance.
- Attend project follow-up meetings with contractual account managers / project managers, anticipating purchasing needs according to the project schedule.
- Resolve supply issues quickly, minimizing impact on the project. Handle complaints and claims with a focus on protecting the project.
- Manage a database of qualified suppliers 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.

What you'll get


What we offer:
- A stable project so you can continue your professional development with us.
- Permanent contract.
- Salary in line with the experience gained.
- One day of remote work.
- Flexible benefits: health insurance, meal vouchers, daycare vouchers, transportation card.

How you'll work

full-time

Permanent

hybrid

About the company & team

The work will be carried out in a multidisciplinary work environment and will involve integrating into a broad human team and maintaining a constant relationship with other areas of the company, directly overseeing the development, quality, and profitability of its activity.

Purchasing

Hiring process

If you are interested, do not hesitate to apply!

Requirements

  • Education: Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, Civil).
  • At least 5 years of experience in similar roles, managing purchasing for large projects in the facilities sector and working in coordination with construction and technical office teams.
  • Experience negotiating complex contracts (+3M?) and in developing and managing strategic supplier portfolios.
  • Proficiency in ERP/NAV/SAP, contract management tools and BI.
  • Languages: Spanish and, highly valued, English.
  • Willingness to travel.
  • Key skills for the role: client orientation, teamwork (purchasing, site, engineering), initiative, problem-solving, negotiation skills and results orientation.

Additional information

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

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

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

About the company

Veolia

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