JOB DESCRIPTION We are seeking to recruit a Category Manager for local categories based in Spain. The role reports to the Head of Procurement Spain, while operating within a global category structure, working closely with the corresponding Global Category Managers to ensure alignment on strategy, tools and standards. The role is focused primarily on leading local category strategy development and execution across Molins Spain's plants and business units. You will be joining a dynamic team with high momentum within the organisation. A key part of the role is the ability to roll up your sleeves and lead from the front in the definition, implementation and optimisation of category strategies at local level. WHAT WILL YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES BE? Among other responsibilities, the following stand out: - Develop and implement local sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives. - Lead supplier selection, tendering (RFI/RFP/RFQ), and contract negotiations. - Manage supplier relationships, performance, and supply base optimization. - Drive cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply continuity initiatives. - Conduct market analysis and identify new sourcing opportunities. - Support risk mitigation, project execution, and cross-functional collaboration. - Promote innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement across procurement processes. Requisitos: We are looking for a professional who meets the following requirements: - Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Business, Business Administration/Management, Engineering or Supply Chain Management. - Proven working experience (>3 years) in Purchasing or Procurement. Knowledge of specific purchasing processes such as strategic planning, sourcing, supplier management, operating process management, measuring purchasing performance, and preparation/execution of effective negotiation strategies (products / raw materials / services). ERP system knowledge (e.g. SAP) is preferential. - Experience in projects to improve direct/indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, category management and procure-to-pay. Understanding of the full, end-to-end Procurement lifecycle. - Strong management skills, highly organised, with a demonstrated ability to drive change management and transformation. - Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; able to influence and drive change across operational areas and business units. - Resilient and enthusiastic, responding constructively to new ideas and inputs. - Sound commercial awareness and business analytical skills, preferably including the use of business intelligence/analytics tools. - Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. SAP) relating to procurement, contract management and vendor management would be advantageous. - Experience working within an international/matrixed procurement structure — team player, comfortable operating with cross-cultural teams and within a global category framework. - Fluency in Spanish and English required. #LI-SM1
Sant Vicenç dels Horts, España
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