About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced remote procurement specialist. Full time and fully remote position that allows you to work from anywhere in Spain. The role involves managing end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and timely delivery while driving efficiency and strategic sourcing initiatives across the organization. The candidate should be proactive, analytical, and adept at building and maintaining robust supplier relationships. Contract type: Full time. Location: Remote (Spain).
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and optimize digital procurement platforms (e-sourcing, P2P systems, etc.).
- Identify and implement new digital tools and technologies to improve procurement processes.
- Support the sourcing and tendering process through digital channels.
- Analyze procurement data to identify trends, savings opportunities, and risks.
- Develop and maintain digital catalogs and supplier databases.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their digital procurement needs.
- Ensure data accuracy and integrity within procurement systems.
- Provide training and support to users on digital procurement tools.
- Monitor supplier performance using digital metrics.
- Contribute to the development of procurement strategies focused on digital solutions.
- Manage the full procurement cycle, including sourcing, RFQ/RFP processes, negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
- Identify and onboard new suppliers, ensuring they meet the company's quality, compliance, and ethical standards.
- Conduct market research and analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and supply chain risks.
- Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and conditions with suppliers to achieve significant cost reductions and optimize value.
- Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across various departments to understand their needs and ensure procurement strategies align with business objectives.
- Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key suppliers.
- Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or discrepancies proactively.
- Ensure compliance with all procurement policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function.
Requirements
- University degree in Business Administration, IT, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience (minimum 3 years) in procurement, ideally with a focus on digital tools and platforms.
- Strong understanding of e-procurement systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle Cloud Procurement).
- Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
- Experience with sourcing, tendering, and P2P processes.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage workload independently.
- Fluency in English is required; Spanish is a plus.
Benefits
- We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the significant advantage of working remotely from anywhere.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Fully remote work arrangement, providing ultimate flexibility.
- Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement within a growing company.
- Comprehensive training and development programs.
- Collaborative and supportive virtual work environment.
- Health insurance and other standard employee benefits.