Strategic Procurement Specialist – Industrial Machinery

Uplift People Consulting; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Uplift People Consulting is assisting a global manufacturer of advanced printing machinery in Barcelona, Spain to recruit a Purchase Executive. The role supports procurement operations, sourcing materials and services for manufacturing, and maintaining supplier relationships.

You will work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure materials meet standards, process POs, track deliveries, and support inventory control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Masters in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field is advantageous.
• 2–3 years of experience in purchasing, sourcing or supply chain functions.
• Basic understanding of procurement processes and inventory management.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement tools is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with negotiation capability.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers for materials, components, and services.
• Review drawings and specs to ensure accurate sourcing.
• Process purchase orders, track deliveries, and ensure timely receipt of materials.
• Maintain procurement records and support inventory monitoring and stock control.
• Assist in cost management by obtaining quotations and supporting negotiations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality control and commercial teams to ensure material standards.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies and regulations.
• Prepare procurement reports and maintain supplier performance documentation.
• Utilize ERP and procurement systems for order management, reporting, and inventory tracking.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation

ERP familiarity

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

MBA / Supply Chain Master

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement tools

Job description

Uplift People Consulting is assisting a global manufacturer of advanced printing machinery in Barcelona, Spain to recruit a Purchase Executive. The role supports procurement operations, sourcing materials and services for manufacturing, and maintaining supplier relationships.

You will work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure materials meet standards, process POs, track deliveries, and support inventory control.