Supply Chain Manager

Insight Select; Madrid; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Select Limited in Madrid is seeking a hands-on Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, supplier management, inventory and logistics across a growing manufacturing operation. You will take ownership of day-to-day supply chain activities and work closely with senior leadership to improve operational efficiency.

The role requires experience in manufacturing supply chains, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in Spanish plus good English.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain management, procurement, inventory or logistics.
• Manufacturing environment experience is highly desirable.
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills.
• Spanish fluency is essential with good English communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing, procurement, supplier relationships and contracts.
• Oversee inventory control, materials planning, warehousing and stock availability.
• Coordinate logistics and transportation for timely, cost-effective movement of materials.
• Develop production schedules and material plans aligned with demand forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material costs and optimise stock levels.
• Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to balance cost, quality and service.
• Support new product introductions and production ramp-ups.
• Maintain material costings and inventory records.
• Collaborate with production, quality, engineering to resolve supply chain challenges.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands-on support to the wider team for smooth site operations.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Inventory management

Supplier management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Spanish fluency

Job description

Location: On-site | Full-time

Are you a hands-on Supply Chain professional with experience across procurement, supplier management, inventory and logistics? Are you looking for a varied role where you can take ownership, make a tangible impact and work closely with senior leadership in a growing manufacturing environment?

We are recruiting a Supply Chain Manager to join an established manufacturing business following a period of organisational change. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded, adaptable professional who enjoys being involved in all aspects of the supply chain and helping drive operational efficiency.

Working closely with the Operations Director, you will oversee day-to-day supply chain activities, manage supplier relationships and ensure materials are available to support production requirements. As part of a relatively small site team, you will need to be comfortable taking a hands‑on approach and working collaboratively across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Manage purchasing, procurement, supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
• Oversee inventory control, materials planning, warehousing, receiving and stock availability.
• Coordinate logistics and transportation, ensuring the timely and cost-effective movement of materials.
• Develop and maintain production schedules and material plans in line with demand forecasts.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material costs, improve supplier performance and optimise stock levels.
• Source, evaluate and negotiate with suppliers to achieve the best balance of cost, quality and service.
• Support new product introductions and production ramp‑ups.
• Maintain accurate material costings, planning data and inventory records.
• Work closely with production, quality, engineering and other departments to resolve supply chain challenges.
• Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Provide hands‑on support to the wider team, contributing wherever needed to ensure smooth site operations.

About you

• Experience in supply chain management, procurement, purchasing, inventory or logistics.
• Previous experience within a manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Strong supplier management and negotiation skills, with a track record of identifying cost‑saving opportunities.
• Good understanding of inventory control, materials planning and transportation.
• A practical, flexible approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Comfortable working in a small team where collaboration and a willingness to get involved are essential.
• A proactive problem‑solver who can take ownership and work independently.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Fluency in Spanish is essential.
• Good English communication skills are also required.

What's on offer?

• Salary of €45,000–€55,000, with flexibility for an exceptional candidate.
• A key role with direct access to the Operations Director.
• The opportunity to take ownership of the supply chain function and influence operational performance.
• A varied, hands‑on position with scope to identify and implement improvements.
• The chance to make a meaningful contribution within a close‑knit manufacturing operation.