Winid is a talent acquisition consultancy that offers Executive Search, RPO and Talent Solutions.
Our purpose is to drive the growth and fulfillment of individuals and organizations.
We facilitate individuals in finding inspiring opportunities and help organizations discover professionals who will take them to the next level.
We do this through talent acquisition and development solutions that focus on people, diversity and inclusion, innovation, and cutting-edge technology.
About the Client At Winid, we are looking for a Category Buyer for a leading European pharmaceutical company specializing in the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
With a direct presence in 19 countries and plans for further geographic expansion, the company aims to solidify its position as a European leader in CNS treatments.
This position is based in Barcelona and follows a hybrid work model .
Your Mission You will assist the Category Manager in building category strategies and implementing productivity projects while maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
Your role will focus on providing value through improved spend management and cost optimization by leveraging data insights and tools, as well as optimizing the use of information by developing, modifying, and administering databases to ensure the efficient storage and retrieval of critical data.
Your Major Accountabilities Collaborate with the Category Manager to manage assigned purchasing categories, ensuring stakeholders' needs are met by negotiating and securing optimal conditions with suppliers in terms of price, quality, and service.
Bring new and sustainable solutions, such as carbon footprint reduction and innovative ideas, to the assigned categories.
Continuously study the market, suppliers, and competitors to propose alternative solutions, optimize pricing, and identify new opportunities for improvement.
Support the achievement of the annual objectives of the Purchasing Department, focusing on cost reduction, specification improvement, innovation, and efficiency.
Manage the supplier database by category, aiming to reduce administrative workload while optimizing supplier registration, categorization, and approval processes.
Drive the continuous improvement of SAP data and processes.
Collect, analyze, and interpret purchasing data to support strategic decision-making and coordinate the annual spend analysis report for relevant categories.
What We Are Looking For A degree in Engineering or a Technical field .
At least 3 years of experience as a Buyer in the packaging industry, preferably in multinational companies.
Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and initiative capabilities.
Proficiency in tools such as SAP, Power BI, and Microsoft Office.
Availability to travel up to 10% of the time.
Fluency in Spanish and English .
Why Join Us?
Be part of a team where you can count on: Professional development opportunities in a leading European pharmaceutical company with ambitious international growth plans.
Competitive remuneration based on your experience and skills.
An inspiring leadership team focused on driving performance.
An inclusive culture that values diversity and collaboration, working with a passionate, dynamic, results-oriented, and expert team.
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