Trainee Purchasing Analyst

Deoleo; Madrid; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DEOLEO Welcome basket

DEOLEO Live Green digital tour

Fruit in the office

DEOLEO Employee platform discounts

Deoleo Learning Academy

Job summary

Deoleo, headquartered in Madrid, is seeking a proactive Trainee Purchasing Analyst to join the Global Sourcing & Strategy team in Madrid. You will support procurement operations, supplier admin, and reporting, helping harmonize practices between Spain and Italy while driving efficiency through Lean initiatives.

You will contribute to data analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement, using Excel, Power BI, and AI-enabled tools, and collaborate with Procurement Managers to optimize workflows.

Qualifications

• Academic or practical exposure to process improvement, Lean, Kaizen, or efficiency methodologies.
• Ability to balance analytical thinking with administrative tasks.
• Interest in business transformation, process optimization, and organizational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operational activities of the Procurement department.
• Assist with supplier administration, documentation management, contract information, and invoicing processes.
• Generate and maintain procurement reports, KPIs, and dashboards.
• Analyze procurement processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and standardize ways of working.
• Collaborate in transformation projects aimed at harmonizing Procurement practices between Spain and Italy.
• Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, or similar methodologies.
• Develop reporting solutions and data visualizations using Excel, Power BI, and AI-enabled tools.
• Work closely with Procurement Managers and other stakeholders to improve workflows and operational effectiveness.
• Prepare presentations, analyses, and documentation related to departmental improvement initiatives.
• Provide support in supplier negotiations and purchasing activities when required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Operational excellence

Lean/Kaizen

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

For centuries, our olive oil has been a staple of kitchens around the globe. Armed with knowledge and passion, we are focused on producing quality olive oil and leading our industry into a more sustainable future.

Deoleo is the world’s largest olive oil company with world leading brands such as Carbonell, Bertolli and Carapelli. Producing our oil in Spain and Italy; and distributing our brands from Australia to Alaska. We´re a multinational company with offices in many locations, headquartered in Madrid, Spain.

Our mission

is to nurture healthier futures by making Mediterranean goodness available to all.

Our ambition

is to be the undisputed leader of the olive oil industry.

Without compromising traditional flavors, the company strive to offer premium-quality products in line with today’s lifestyles. All Deoleo’s brands meet and exceed the extensive, strict quality requirements of the International Olive Council (IOC), the European Union (EU). Beyond olive oil, Deoleo products include premium vinegars and the finest table olives available.

DEOLEO is committed to making a positive impact on the planet and the people we serve, ensuring that every drop of our olive oil is produced with care and respect so our purpose in sustainability is Caring for cares for you. For Deoleo, sustainability is more than just a buzz word – it is the key to adding value to our brands, our society and our planet. To continue making quality products that delight consumers, we must work in ways that preserves the environment and support the people that make our business possible. Thinking and acting sustainably is the key to nurturing a healthier future.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for a highly motivated, analytical, and proactive individual to join our Global Sourcing & Strategy as a Trainee Purchasing Analyst at our headquarters in Rivas-Vaciamadrid (Madrid).

Mission

You will support the Global Sourcing & Strategy team in both operational and transformation activities, contributing to the efficient day-to-day management of procurement processes while helping drive organizational improvements across the department. This role combines administrative support, data analysis, and process optimization, playing an active part in the ongoing evolution and harmonization of Procurement activities between Spain and Italy.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operational activities of the Procurement department.
• Assist with supplier administration, documentation management, contract information, and invoicing processes.
• Generate and maintain procurement reports, KPIs, and dashboards to support business decision-making.
• Analyze procurement processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and standardize ways of working.
• Collaborate in transformation projects aimed at harmonizing Procurement practices between Spain and Italy.
• Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, or similar methodologies.
• Develop reporting solutions and data visualizations using Excel, Power BI, and AI-enabled tools.
• Work closely with Procurement Managers and other stakeholders to improve workflows and operational effectiveness.
• Prepare presentations, analyses, and documentation related to departmental improvement initiatives.
• Provide support in supplier negotiations and purchasing activities when required.

You will need

• Previous academic or practical exposure to process improvement, operational excellence, Lean, Kaizen, or efficiency methodologies will be highly valued.
• Ability to combine analytical thinking with operational and administrative tasks.
• Interest in business transformation, process optimization, and organizational efficiency.
• Comfortable working in a role that balances reporting, administrative support, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Our DEOLEO “Live Green” benefits will include:

• DEOLEO Welcome basket, with some of our key products & brands (Carbonell, Koipe, Hojiblanca)
• DEOLEO Live Green digital tour with specific focus on bring life our end-to-end processes (from harvest to bottle)
• Fruit in the office
• DEOLEO Employee platform discounts with lots of offers to get discount in hotels, supermarkets, car insurance, etc...
• Access to our Deoleo Learning Academy where you can experience the power of inspirational online assessments and courses. Our training is designed to stimulate the development of all the key competences to face the challenges of today and tomorrow, we have more than a hundred courses available.

Be part of DEOLEO Team and you will find:

• Leadership: We lead the way and empower everyone to get job done no matter position or level in DEOLEO.
• Diversity: We work in a place where everyone can fit-in, embracing everyone contribution.
• Sustainability: We act in the best interest of Olive Oil sustainable future.
• Resilience: We can adapt and react with speed without losing focus on the results.

If you believe you match these values, we are looking forward to meeting you! We are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds.

At DEOLEO we believe that diversity adds incredible value to our teams, our products, and our culture. And therefore, DIVERSITY is one of our key values. We know that the best ideas and solutions come by bringing together people from all over the world and by fostering a culture of inclusion where everyone feels heard and has the chance to make a real impact.

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