Europe External Contract Manufacturing (ECM)

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Market-leading pension contribution.

Bonus scheme.

Private Medical Insurance

Income protection insurance

Education and relocation support

Descripción de la vacante

Arbex in Madrid is seeking a seasoned Global ECM Procurement professional to lead category strategies, manage regional and global supplier relationships, and drive value across the organization. You will collaborate with ECM Ops and business stakeholders to meet category needs and optimize performance.

The role requires 5–7 years in procurement, strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and the ability to work across global regions.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business, supply chain, or a related discipline.
• People leadership experience
• 5–7 years of experience in procurement or a related field
• Expert negotiator with strong results orientation and deep category knowledge
• Innovative problem-solver with the ability to reconcile diverse business strategies and challenges
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across global regions, cultures, and multiple levels of a matrix organization
• Highly strategic, with a demonstrated ability to deliver results in complex global environments
• Excellent communication skills (Both written and oral) and ability to communicate across multiple levels of the organization, including executive leadership
• General working knowledge of COUPA, MS Office, and other relevant procurement tools and systems
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Responsabilidades

• Develop & execute global category strategies based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, business needs within focus area
• Manage Global and regional supplier relationships within focus area (e.g., sub-category, cluster / country)
• Support Global and regional sourcing events and support execution of category strategic initiatives
• Coordinate with global and regional business stakeholders on category needs and strategy (e.g., collect business requirements)
• Manage supplier relationships, elevate and resolve supplier continuity issues
• Create and maintain category management knowledge and processes to ensure the category strategies are informed, relevant and up to date.
• Monitor supplier performance indicators and initiate supplier reviews as required or in accordance with agreed programs to drive improvement and reduce risk across the regional enterprise.
• Ensure compliance to Corporate Policies and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operations and finance to provide financial and market forecasts for ECM
• Optimize inbound supply chains by working with operations
• Maintain an effective business relationship with all suppliers and stakeholders based on clear, concise group and personal communication.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Procurement

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Global collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication

COUPA

MS Office

Travel readiness

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related

Herramientas

COUPA

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Europe External Contract Manufacturing (ECM) Job Description Job Description

Become part of the team powering household names like Andrex®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Viva®, and WypAll®. At Arbex, everything you need is right here—innovation, growth, and the chance to leave a real mark. You were made to create what’s next: you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on bringing order to complexity and driving continuous improvement. You hold the big picture while mastering the details, making sure every product, process, and partnership moves with precision and purpose. You lead with the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide. We’ll be Unstoppable Together.

About You

Reporting into the ECM Procurement Leader, you will be a critical member of the Global ECM Procurement team, this role manages regional and global ECM categories, working cross‑functionally with ECM Ops and Business Stakeholders to drive value. In one of our Supply Chain roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the centre.

Job responsibilities include:

• Develop & execute global category strategies based on market dynamics, supplier landscape, business needs within focus area
• Manage Global and regional supplier relationships within focus area (e.g., sub-category, cluster / country)
• Support Global and regional sourcing events and support execution of category strategic initiatives
• Coordinate with global and regional business stakeholders on category needs and strategy (e.g., collect business requirements)
• Manage supplier relationships, elevate and resolve supplier continuity issues
• Create and maintain category management knowledge and processes to ensure the category strategies are informed, relevant and up to date.
• Monitor supplier performance indicators and initiate supplier reviews as required or in accordance with agreed programs to drive improvement and reduce risk across the regional enterprise.
• Ensure compliance to Corporate Policies and internal controls.
• Collaborate with operations and finance to provide financial and market forecasts for ECM
• Optimize inbound supply chains by working with operations
• Maintain an effective business relationship with all suppliers and stakeholders based on clear, concise group and personal communication.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in business, supply chain, or a related discipline
• People leadership experience
• 5–7 years of experience in procurement or a related field
• Expert negotiator with strong results orientation and deep category knowledge
• Innovative problem-solver with the ability to reconcile diverse business strategies and challenges
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across global regions, cultures, and multiple levels of a matrix organization
• Highly strategic, with a demonstrated ability to deliver results in complex global environments
• Excellent communication skills (Both written and oral) and ability to communicate across multiple levels of the organization, including executive leadership
• General working knowledge of COUPA, MS Office, and other relevant procurement tools and systems
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time

Total Benefits

• Market-leading pension contribution.
• Bonus scheme.
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximise health care options and stretch pounds when caring for yourself or dependents.
• Private Medical Insurance, great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

Flex That Works at ARBEX

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

And finally, the fine print…. For ARBEX to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that shape the future of tissue and hygiene, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our consumers.When you bring your original thinking to ARBEX, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Employment is subject to verification of local policies. This role is available for local candidates already authorised to work in the role’s country only. ARBEX will not provide relocation support for this role.

Primary Location Spain -Madrid Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

Thank you for your interest in Arbex.

Backed by the power of over 100 years of legacy brands, we are the world’s next leading producer of consumer goods. When it comes to product development, we go beyond everyday needs to anticipate what life will require in the future—while keeping innovation, sustainability, and consumers at the core of every decision. From fibre to shelf, and beyond, we act with intention at every step of the way. Because scale isn’t measured by size, it’s determined by positive impact. And that’s how we deliver what the world needs next.