Associate Category Manager
11 hours ago
Gràcia
At our company, people come first. We have been certified by the Top Employers Institute as one of the best companies to work for in Spain, thanks to our strong commitment to professional development, employee well-being, and fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and motivating work environment.MOLINS | Imagine. Design. Build.Join a solid and financially sound company with a long history of continuous evolution, at a key moment of transformation and growth. Become part of a team where you will feel truly at home. People who work with passion and enthusiasm, two of the fundamental materials that make up the Molins team.Imagine, design and build your own career path, continuously learning and growing professionally in a company whose purpose is to find sustainable and innovative solutions for the construction industry. A company that offers you the opportunity to lead projects, where your expertise and talent can make a positive impact on the business. A company focused on building a better future for all of us who will live in it.And speaking of the future, shall we talk about yours?JOB DESCRIPTIONAt Molins, we are committed to embracing technological transformation and leveraging advanced solutions to drive innovation and stay ahead of the market. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our organization through innovative digital and technology strategies and solutions, while learning and developing in a dynamic, innovative, and global environment, within one of the company’s key strategic pillars.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:Understanding local business needs; Cooperating in setting up specification and tender documents; Supply market analysis; Identifying new potential suppliers and shortlisting for portfolio; Setting strategy implementation action plan; Leading RFI/RFP/RFQ processes; Planning, preparing andexecuting negotiations; Establishing contracts and updating the ERP system; Participating in continuous supplier performance evaluation; Actively contributing to the continuous improvement of procurement processes and systems.Creating and developing a strategic plan for the development of assigned local categories. Develops, implements and maintains local purchasing and supply management strategies to ensure supply management meets Molins Spain's business requirements, in line with global category guidelines. Ultimately accountable for material and service costs, delivery, sustainability, innovation and quality, and continuous assurance of supply.Leads the development and implementation of supply base strategies for assigned local categories, as an integral part of the local business strategy, balancing commercial aspects (volume & price) and technical capabilities to improve cost effectiveness, delivery and quality.Responsible for managing the negotiation process for assigned local categories (suppliers), with a focus on total cost of ownership, supporting business profitability targets and the budgeting process.Leads local procurement initiatives, supporting plant and business unit level initiatives for cost optimisation, supplier management, and quality and supply performance improvement, in coordination with the global category framework.Develops and manages key local supplier relationships to ensure cost, flexibility, quality and delivery objectives are established and achieved for the long term.Responsible for the local category business review process with selected suppliers, to develop and nurture key supplier relationships and maintain stable and competitive supply.Optimises the local supply base through supplier consolidation. Develops an exit strategy for unsuccessful suppliers and/or products.Engages with multiple levels within the organisation, external partners and suppliers to troubleshoot problems, ensure risk mitigation and on-time project implementation.Brings new thinking, innovation and best practice to drive value and efficiency across the local sourcing and procurement cycle.WHAT DO WE OFFER?An excellent opportunity for professional growth within a company that is a benchmark in the construction industry and is guided by strong ethical values.A positive work environment built on collaboration, teamwork, and mutual support.Continuous learning and development opportunities provided by the company.Competitive compensation aligned with your experience, knowledge, and the value you bring.A flexible benefits package through Cobee, free telemedicine services with Savia, access to Wellhub, a pension plan, a hybrid working model, subsidized cafeteria services, flexible working hours, and discounts on products and services.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 influenceand 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#J-18808-Ljbffr
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