Descripción de la oferta
Procurement Manager - Iberia (Direct Materials)
Locations: Barcelona
Salary: €85,000 to €95,000 + Benefits
The Role
We are recruiting a Procurement Manager - Iberia to lead direct material procurement activities across manufacturing operations in the region.
This is a senior, high-impact role within a global manufacturing group. You will be responsible for managing direct and some indirect procurement spend across Iberia, driving cost optimisation, supplier performance, and supply continuity while aligning closely with global commodity strategies.
Operating within a matrix structure, you will act as the key regional link between global category teams and local operations, ensuring procurement strategies are effectively executed at site level.
The specific commodity background is not critical. What matters is strong experience in direct materials procurement within manufacturing , commercial strength, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Lead direct material procurement activities across Iberian manufacturing sites
Execute global commodity strategies at regional level while providing local market insight
Manage end-to-end sourcing activities including RFx, negotiation, contracting, and supplier performance management
Own relationships with key regional suppliers and ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity
Drive cost reduction and value improvement initiatives using TCO and benchmarking approaches
Partner closely with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams
Support demand planning, new product introduction, and product lifecycle changes
Identify and implement supplier consolidation, dual-sourcing, and risk mitigation initiatives
Monitor supplier KPIs and lead corrective action plans where required
Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and procurement planning for the region
Ensure compliance with sustainability and ethical sourcing standards
About You
8-12+ years' procurement experience, with strong exposure to direct materials in manufacturing
Experience operating in a regional or site leadership procurement role
Proven ability to manage complex suppliers and commercial negotiations
Comfortable working in a multinational, matrix organisation
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
Analytical, structured, and delivery-focused
What's on Offer
€85,000 - €90,000 + benefits
A visible regional leadership role within a global manufacturing organisation
Opportunity to shape and strengthen direct procurement across Iberia
Exposure to international teams and global category leadership
Travel reimbursement and wellbeing benefits
Fantastic company to work for who are looking for the very best talent in the region.
