Procurement Manager - Category Metals and Catalyst Carriers

TN Spain; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 45.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Una empresa innovadora y líder en el sector químico busca un Gerente de Compras para liderar la categoría de metales y portadores de catalizadores. Esta posición clave implica la optimización de estrategias de aprovisionamiento, la construcción de relaciones sólidas con proveedores y la implementación de iniciativas de sostenibilidad. En un entorno colaborativo, tendrás la oportunidad de contribuir a la misión de la empresa de fomentar la sostenibilidad y la innovación. Si te apasiona el desarrollo profesional y deseas marcar la diferencia, esta es la oportunidad ideal para ti.

Servicios

Ambiente de trabajo colaborativo

Paquete completo de beneficios

Presupuesto sólido para formación

Trabajo desde casa (3 días a la semana)

Formación

• Experiencia sólida en gestión de compras y gestión de proyectos.
• Capacidad demostrada en negociación de contratos y construcción de relaciones.

Responsabilidades

• Desarrollar estrategias de aprovisionamiento y relaciones con proveedores.
• Monitorear el mercado y pronosticar precios de segmentos estratégicos.

Conocimientos

Gestión de Proyectos

Negociación de Contratos

Comunicación en Inglés

Experiencia en Compras Directas

Adaptabilidad Cultural

Educación

Máster en Administración de Empresas

Química

Ingeniería Química

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Procurement Manager - Category Metals and Catalyst Carriers, Barcelona

Client: Clariant

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 25.04.2025

Expiry Date: 09.06.2025

Job Description:

Responsibilities

1. Source raw materials and scout new suppliers and technologies in the area of responsibility, negotiate and conclude deals in accordance with the delegated scope
2. Design, maintain and implement sourcing strategies for designated product groups and geographies, develop relationships with suppliers as per strategic requirements
3. Design and lead optimization projects to generate value for the organization, identify & execute improvement potentials, challenge status quo, de-specification and re-risking, etc. to realize Clariant objectives
4. Monitor and analyze the market developments and supply availability; forecast prices of strategic spend segments
5. Align with the supplier base and execute projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and drive sustainability initiatives in connection with Clariant strategy and policies
6. Build and cultivate cross functional strategic stakeholder relationships to create value for the organization, build and deepen business acumen.
7. Support the direct procurement category globally.

Requirements

1. Education related to business and procurement. Master's degree in Business Administration, Chemistry, and/or Chemical Engineering
2. Strong track record in Procurement and Project Management; experience in other areas is an advantage
3. Technical experience in direct procurement buying metals and catalysts (zinc, nickel, alumina, palladium, etc.)
4. Demonstrated capability in contract negotiation and long-term relationship building (internal and external)
5. Excellent English and communication skills for global interactions; German language is an advantage
6. Experience in different cultural environments or fields of business or comparable level of exposure

Our Offer

1. Journey with the innovative, leading Swiss-based chemical specialty company
2. Great work environment in Sant Joan Despi and work from home office (3 days per week)
3. Work in an open and collaborative culture, respectful and committed to your professional development
4. Highest standard of equipment and technologies
5. Solid budget for your training and certification needs
6. Fully loaded benefits package
7. Transparent rules regarding your salary, rewards, and recognitions

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts, and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.

At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

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