Lead Buyer

CEVA Logistics; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global logistics leader is seeking a Lead Buyer in Alcobendas to manage Non-Trade purchases, focusing on the Vehicles and Fleet categories. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of procurement experience and is proficient in negotiation, with strong skills in communication and project management. This permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects and develop within a supportive environment.

Servicios

CEVA packs

Formación

• 3-5 years of experience in Non-Trade Procurement, especially in Vehicles and Fleet.
• Excellent negotiation and analytical skills.
• Experience managing a diverse portfolio across countries.

Responsabilidades

• Define and implement local procurement strategies.
• Lead tendering process and supplier selection.
• Negotiate and manage Non-Trade purchases.

Conocimientos

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project management

Relationship skills

Fluent in English and Spanish

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Power BI

Proficiency in SAP

Educación

Business School / Engineering School

Descripción del empleo

About the Job

CEVA Freight España S.L. is seeking a dedicated professional to join our Non‑Trade Procurement team based in Alcobendas.

Role Summary

As a Lead Buyer, you will be responsible for negotiating and managing Non‑Trade purchases for CEVA at the country level.

Your primary mission is the management of purchased item categories such as Vehicles & Fleet (Vans, Trucks, Trailers, Cars, Fuel, etc.) and achieving the budget and key performance indicators (KPIs) for the categories under your responsibility. This role is vital for identifying opportunities for cost and cash optimization, while also ensuring compliance with CEVA standards and maximizing the company's interests in any commercial commitments taken with suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement procurement strategies at the local level in line with the CEVA strategy.
• Lead implementation of local procurement strategies throughout CEVA.
• Foster cooperation between central and local teams and ensure adherence to global strategies.
• Conduct needs analysis on your own perimeter.
• Conduct supplier sourcing and market intelligence.
• Act as the prime interface for internal stakeholders as well as purchasing country to understand needs and communicate about deals negotiated.
• Manage the tendering process, supplier selection, and contract negotiation for the global panel in line with the costs and performance objectives.
• Negotiate and manage Non‑Trade purchases at the country level.
• Be primarily accountable for managing categories of purchased items and achieving the budget and KPIs for those categories.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for individuals with a strong background or interest in Non‑Trade Procurement, specifically in the Vehicles and Fleet category. The ideal candidate must demonstrate:

• Experience: At least 3‑5 years in a similar position.
• Education: Business School / Engineering School.
• Soft Skills: Negotiation skills, analytical skills, communication skills, project management, and relationship skills.
• Hard Skills: Proficiency in Excel / Power BI / SAP and ability to manage a huge portfolio within different countries (Spain, Italy, Portugal).
• Qualifications and Skills:
  • Languages: English and Spanish (both fluent); other languages (Italian) will be a plus.
  • Required Competency Level (CEVA Competency Dictionary):
  • Norms and standards: Mastery (Able to be autonomous and take initiative).
  • Creativity and innovation: Expert (Able to be autonomous and advise).
  • Customer orientation: Mastery.
  • Communication: Expert.
  • Transversal and project management: Expert.
  • Relationship Skills: Expert.

Working Environment and Contract Details

• Location: Alcobendas.
• Contract Type: Permanent.
• Benefits / Perks: CEVA packs.
• Travelling: Madrid area, national, international (punctually).

Why Join CEVA Freight España S.L.?

Joining our team means becoming part of a global logistics leader committed to operational excellence, where you will have the opportunity to contribute to high‑impact projects and develop your career in an organization that supports continuous learning and development. You will join the Non‑Trade Procurement team, whose mission is to provide purchasing services for the achievement of CEVA global targets, managing suppliers and leading the sourcing, selection, and negotiation of terms and conditions.

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure.