Procurement & Supply Chain Manager – US & UK Markets

Impress; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IMPRESS, Europe’s leading digital orthodontics network born in Barcelona, is seeking a Procurement/Supply Chain professional. You will own inventory control, demand planning and purchasing, coordinating with production, sales, and marketing to optimize costs and risks across our supplier base.

With a background in engineering or economics and 4+ years in a similar role, you will drive data-driven decisions, leverage SCM software, and help scale our fast-growing healthtech platform across Europe.

Qualifications

• Engineering or economics degree.
• More than 4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English; knowledge of other European languages, such as German, is a plus.
• Result-oriented and able to lead multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management: monitor levels and implement just-in-time practices to minimize costs and ensure availability.
• Demand Forecasting: analyze market trends and data to forecast demand and adjust purchasing strategies.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: work with production, sales, and marketing to coordinate purchasing efforts.
• Ordering Process: place orders with suppliers and oversee procure-to-pay processes.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: identify opportunities for cost savings through bulk purchasing or renegotiation.
• Risk Management: develop strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions and diversify suppliers.
• Technology Integration: use SCM software to streamline purchasing and improve visibility.

Skills

Inventory management

Demand forecasting

Stakeholder collaboration

Procurement

Cost reduction

Risk management

Technology integration

Education

Engineering or Economics degree

Tools

Supply chain software

Job description

We are IMPRESS. We believe everyone deserves a smile they'll love.

About Us:

We are IMPRESS, the largest chain of digital orthodontic clinics in Europe, revolutionizing the invisible orthodontic sector and bringing smiles to people's faces. Our unique combination of medical expertise and digitalization has earned us recognition as one of the top fastest-growing HealthTech companies by Forbes. Born in Barcelona in 2019, we have expanded across 8 countries with more than 140 locations, offering leading care and state-of-the-art technology.

Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels and implement just-in-time practices to minimize holding costs while ensuring product availability.

• Demand Forecasting: Analyze market trends and historical data to accurately forecast demand and adjust purchasing strategies accordingly.

• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with other departments (like production, sales, marketing) to understand their needs and coordinate purchasing efforts effectively.

• Ordering Process: Place orders with suppliers, oversee the procure-to-pay process for these orders, and take necessary actions as needed.

• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Identify opportunities for cost savings through bulk purchasing, alternative suppliers, or renegotiating existing contracts.

• Risk Management: Develop strategies to mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions, such as diversifying supplier bases or building safety stock.

• Technology Integration: Utilize supply chain management software to streamline purchasing processes and improve visibility across the supply chain.

Requirements:

• Engineering or economics degree.

• More than 4 years of experience in a similar role.

• Proficiency in Spanish and English; knowledge of other European languages, such as German, is a plus.

• Result-oriented and have the capacity to lead various projects at the same time.