Procurement Specialist – Industrial Machinery
3 days ago
Elche
ph3About PLD Space /h3 pPLD Space is an international space services company with in‑house engineering and manufacturing. It is dedicated to transporting satellites and humans into space, vertically integrating engineering, testing, manufacturing and operations of its reusable and sustainable rockets. Headquartered in Elche (Spain) and founded in 2011 by Raúl Torres and Raúl Verdú, PLD Space has established itself as a global benchmark in the space launcher sector. Its MIURA family of launchers and its LINCE manned capsule position the company as a leader in European technological sovereignty in space transportation, covering the full range of space missions. /p pWith a team of more than 450 employees and 350 million in total funding, PLD Space also has the largest private test benches in Europe, located in Teruel (Spain), and operates a launch base in the Guiana Space Centre (CSG), in Kourou (French Guiana). In total, it has more than 188,000m² of industrial infrastructures under management. /p pTeamwork, courage, determination and ambition enable PLD Space to guarantee an autonomous, independent satellite space access capability, based on reliability at a globally competitive price. The company is able to offer best‑in‑class launch services to commercial satellite operators, institutions, space agencies and national and international governmental entities. /p h3Mission /h3 pAs a Procurement Specialist focused on Industrial Machinery, you will be responsible for the sourcing, evaluation, acquisition, and management of suppliers related to production equipment and industrial assets, including CNC machines, lathes, welding systems, fabrication tooling, and auxiliary workshop equipment. /p pYou will work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Operations teams to ensure that all equipment meets technical, operational, cost, and lifecycle requirements—from specification and supplier selection through installation, commissioning, and operational support. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 pSource, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers of industrial machinery, ensuring the best balance between technical performance, cost, lead time, after‑sales support, and reliability. /p pDefine and manage supplier selection processes for equipment such as: /p ul liCNC machining centres (3/5 axis) /li liLathes and turning equipment /li liWelding systems (manual, robotic, TIG/MIG) /li liSheet metal and fabrication machinery /li liIndustrial tooling and workshop infrastructure /li /ul pCollaborate closely with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to define technical specifications, machine requirements, and industrial capabilities. /p pAct as the main interface between suppliers and internal stakeholders during: /p ul liTechnical evaluation /li liRFQ/RFP processes /li liFactory Acceptance Tests (FAT) /li liInstallation and commissioning /li /ul pEnsure full alignment between machine capabilities and production needs, tolerances, volumes, and industrialisation plans. /p pSupport supplier discussions on: /p ul liMachine design and configuration /li liAutomation and integration (robotics, PLCs, MES/ERP interfaces) /li liTooling, fixtures, and auxiliary systems /li /ul pManage contracts and procurement processes for both: /p ul liCapital Expenditure (CAPEX) projects /li liMaintenance, spare parts, and technical services (OPEX) /li /ul pMonitor supplier performance in terms of: /p ul liDelivery timelines /li liMachine performance and uptime /li liService response and maintenance support /li /ul pIdentify and mitigate risks related to: /p ul liEquipment delays /li liTechnical deviations /li liInstallation/commissioning issues /li liSupplier dependencies /li liDrive continuous improvement in the equipment supplier base, focusing on innovation, productivity gains, and cost optimisation. /li liContribute to long‑term industrial investment and equipment strategy, supporting factory growth and capability roadmap. /li /ul h3Required Competences /h3 h3Common Requirements /h3 ul liMinimum 3–5 years’ experience in procurement of industrial equipment, capital goods, or manufacturing assets. /li liProven experience in sourcing and negotiating complex industrial machinery or production systems. /li /ul ul liStrong understanding of CAPEX procurement processes and total cost of ownership (TCO). /li liAbility to work cross‑functionally with technical and operational teams. /li liStrong analytical, negotiation and decision‑making skills. /li liStructured, proactive and results‑oriented approach. /li liExcellent communication skills, especially in supplier negotiations. /li liAbility to manage multiple equipment projects simultaneously. /li liFluent in English and Spanish. /li liAdditional languages (e.g. German, Italian or French) are a plus. /li /ul h3Engineering‑Oriented Profile /h3 pDegree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or similar. /p pStrong technical knowledge of industrial equipment, including: /p ul liCNC machining and metal cutting processes /li liWelding technologies and fabrication methods /li liMachine tool capabilities, tolerances, and productivity parameters /li liIndustrial automation and integration (robotics, PLCs, digital manufacturing) /li /ul pAbility to evaluate: /p ul liMachine performance vs. production requirements /li liTechnical proposals from suppliers /li liLayout integration and factory constraints /li /ul pExperience participating in: /p ul liEquipment acceptance tests (FAT/SAT) /li liInstallation and commissioning processes /li /ul pCapability to engage in detailed technical discussions with machine suppliers regarding: /p ul liSpecifications /li liCustomisation /li liIndustrial feasibility /li liLifecycle and maintenance requirements /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 h3Health Wellness /h3 ul liPhysiotherapy within our facilities /li li50% discount on your health insurance /li liYou can sign‑up your family members with health insurance at a competitive price. /li liHealthy snacks and lots of fruit /li /ul h3Find balance /h3 ul li23 days of paid vacation plus December 24th and 31st /li liFlexible work schedule /li /ul h3Never stop learning /h3 ul liWe encourage practical learning /li liWe promote professional development through internal mobility and teamwork /li /ul h3Focus on your financial future /h3 ul liChildcare flexible contributions /li liRestaurant tickets /li liTransport flexible contributions /li liTraining support /li /ul h3Values /h3 pWe have five critical beliefs that guide the way PLD Space is shaping the future of space launch technologies. /p ul liTeamwork /li liHard work /li liDynamism /li liCommitment /li liKeep it simple /li /ul pJoin us to reinvent how rockets are built! /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr