Global Project Buyer - Hybrid, Cost Optimization

Gea Group; Alcobendas; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed-term contract

Competitive compensation

Private health insurance

Employee assistance program

Hybrid work model

23 days vacation

Career development

Job summary

Gea Group in Alcobendas is seeking a Project Buyer on a fixed-term basis to act as the key link between Procurement, Project Management, Engineering, and suppliers. You will ensure sourcing activities meet commercial objectives and project requirements while supporting transformation initiatives in a dynamic international environment.

You will coordinate with Strategic Buyers, manage supplier relations, drive cost optimization, and ensure adherence to procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering; Project Management training is a plus.
• 5+ years in direct/indirect procurement and project procurement within complex international environments.
• Strong background in contract management, negotiations, cost analysis, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary procurement interface for Project Management, Engineering, Planning, and Controlling.
• Capture key project inputs: scope of supply, org chart, equipment list, budget, preferred vendors, and special requirements.
• Coordinate sourcing activities with Strategic Buyers and Category Managers.
• Ensure Procurement participation in Make-or-Buy decisions.
• Support early sales/proposal phases and provide updates in weekly calls, stage-gates, and SteerCo meetings.
• Collaborate with Logistics to track transport risks, import/export constraints, costs, and lead times.

Skills

Procurement experience

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiations

Analytical skills

Spanish & English fluency

Education

Engineering degree

Project Management training

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

MRP

Job description

Gea Group in Alcobendas is seeking a Project Buyer on a fixed-term basis to act as the key link between Procurement, Project Management, Engineering, and suppliers. You will ensure sourcing activities meet commercial objectives and project requirements while supporting transformation initiatives in a dynamic international environment.

You will coordinate with Strategic Buyers, manage supplier relations, drive cost optimization, and ensure adherence to procurement processes.