European Senior Buyer Spain

Barcelona - Spain

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who we are

The Pierre Fabre Group of the Pierre Fabre Foundation is a global company with a unique position: the alliance of pharmaceutical and dermocosmetic expertise.

A pharmaceutical group with a strong positioning: medical and natural
The second largest dermocosmetic laboratory in the world
The second largest French private pharmaceutical group
Market leader in France for products sold without a prescription in pharmacies.

We believe in inclusive workplaces where the differences between people are respected valued and cared for to develop talent in equal opportunities.

Your mission

Your mission in our company will be:

The Senior Buyer Europe/Spain is responsible for leading and optimizing purchasing activities and performance in Spain for the dermocosmetics and pharmaceutical products subsidiaries in alignment with the Groups global and regional strategies.

Works in close coordination with the Corporate Purchasing Department to identify synergies implement common policies and support the implementation of the international ERP in Spain.

Main responsibilities:

1. Strategic Purchasing Management
Ensure the performance of the purchasing function in Spain with a strong focus on generating savings.
Implement the global and European purchasing strategy by categories.
Propose and maintain a rationalized panel of preferred suppliers.
Develop tender strategies for large-scale and strategic projects.
Lead tender processes and supplier selection.

2. Purchasing Development and Maturity
Increase the level of maturity of the purchasing area in Spain.
Implement and monitor the KPI roadmap defined by Corporate Purchasing.
Improve contractual coverage and supplier rationalization.
Prepare the organization for the implementation of the international ERP.

3. Negotiation and Supplier Management
Negotiate commercial and contractual conditions with key suppliers.
Manage contracts on behalf of the Groups subsidiaries.
Monitor supplier performance through periodic reviews.
Assess suppliers financial health and the level of mutual dependency.
Maintain long-term strategic relationships with suppliers.

4. Regional Coordination and Projects
Collaborate with corporate and regional teams in a matrix environment.
Lead regional category strategies and European tenders when required.
Manage cross-functional purchasing projects.
Actively participate in the ERP rollout in Spain.

5. Management by Objectives
Define and achieve quantitative objectives (cost reduction budget optimization).
Lead priority projects aligned with the Groups strategic objectives.
Propose innovative initiatives that generate added value.

Who you are

REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY:

Education

Higher university degree (Bachelors/Masters) in Business Administration Purchasing Engineering Economics or similar.
Specialized training in purchasing (desirable).

Experience

Between 5 and 10 years of experience in indirect purchasing.
Solid knowledge of purchasing processes: supplier panels tenders and performance evaluation.
Proven experience in complex negotiations.
Experience in multinational or matrix environments (desirable).
Participation in ERP projects (desirable).

Languages

Spanish: Native or professional level.
English: Advanced level (mandatory).
French: Advanced level (desirable).

IT Skills

Proficiency in office tools: Excel Word PowerPoint.
Experience with ERP systems.
Use of analysis and reporting tools.

Key Competencies

High level of autonomy in daily management and in leading the entire purchasing process.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to build trust-based relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
Ability to find the optimal balance between supplier needs and internal commercial objectives.
Active listening influence and persuasion skills.
Collaborative mindset and constructive conflict resolution.
Results-oriented.

Location: Barcelona

We are convinced that diversity is a source of fulfillment social balance and complementarity for our employees which is why our offers are open to all without restriction.

Required Experience:

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Who we are The Pierre Fabre Group of the Pierre Fabre Foundation is a global company with a unique position: the alliance of pharmaceutical and dermocosmetic expertise. A pharmaceutical group with a strong positioning: medical and natural The second largest dermocosmetic laboratory in the world The ...