Corporate Technical Buyer – Indirect Procurement

MAXAM; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

MAXAM, a global leader in energetic materials, is seeking a Corporate Technical Buyer for its Madrid office. This role involves purchasing materials and components essential for the company's development.

The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of procurement experience and must be comfortable working in a dynamic, international environment. Responsibilities include collaborating with technical teams, managing the purchasing process, and implementing cost optimization strategies.

Formación

• 2-5 years of experience in procurement or technical buying.
• Ability to understand specifications and industrial processes.
• High level of English proficiency (C1) and Spanish.

Responsabilidades

• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and R&D teams for procurement requirements.
• Manage end-to-end purchasing process for equipment and components.
• Lead RFI/RFP/RFQs and analyze supplier proposals.
• Oversee procurement of spare parts for operational continuity.
• Implement cost optimization strategies.

Conocimientos

Procurement experience

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Educación

Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related field

Descripción del empleo

MAXAM is a global leader in energetic materials, serving the mining, quarrying and civil engineering markets. With a strong international presence, MAXAM combines operational excellence, safety, and innovation to deliver high-quality solutions worldwide.

MAXAM is looking for a Corporate Technical Buyer – Indirect Procurement to join its team in Madrid. The role will focus on purchasing different manterials and components needed for the devolpment of the company.

This position is ideal for a proactive professional with procurement experience who enjoys working in an industrial and international environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Operations, Engineering and R&D teams to understand and translate technical specifications into procurement requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process of equipment, capital goods (CAPEX), components, spare parts and specialized services for MAXAM’s plants worldwide, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and alignment with operational needs.
• Lead RFI/RFP/RFQs, analyze supplier proposals, and drive cost-effective sourcing decisions.
• Oversee the procurement of spare parts for both plant equipment and MMUs, ensuring availability and operational continuity.
• Develop and implement cost optimization strategies, including:
  • Spend analysis across fiscal periods
  • Contract negotiations and optimization
  • Stock agreements
• Maintain strong coordination with internal stakeholders across functions and geographies.
• Travel frequently (20-40%) to production plants (Spain and internationally) and supplier facilities.

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or a related field, with the technical aptitude to understand specifications and industrial processes.
• 2 – 5 years proven experience in iprocurement, sourcing or technical buying in an industrial or civil works environments.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a global, cross-functional environment.
• High level of English proficiency (C1) & Spanish; other languages will be a plus.
• Availability and willingness to travel internationally on a frequent basis.

Profile we are looking for

• High relational capacity and internal-customer orientation; able to build trust quickly with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments with multiple interlocutors.
• Proactive in spotting opportunities and resolving problems – chases results rather than waiting for them.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Genuine curiosity to understand industrial processes and business models.
• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.