Leadership Development Procurement Associate
At Bayer we are visionaries – driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all, Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We are doing it with energy, curiosity, and sheer dedication – always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities, and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you are hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice.
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Leadership Development in Procurement (LDP) role is an 18-month program designed to deliver both learning and business impact. Key responsibilities include:
- Achieving learning and development objectives while delivering business results through project-based rotations (each lasting 3 months) across various Procurement functions. Each rotation includes defined tasks and responsibilities, such as:
- Supporting supplier negotiations and contributing to cost-saving initiatives
- Analyzing procurement data to identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage sourcing projects and ensure supply chain continuity
- Driving value beyond cost savings to support Procurement's strategic objectives
- Conducting stakeholder alignment meetings to scope potential projects and provide tailored solutions
- Building and nurturing relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and the global Procurement community
- Setting personal development goals and tracking progress in partnership with coaches, mentors, and management
- Completing a short-term international assignment (or extended business trip) to gain global experience and expand your network
This role is based in Barcelona, Spain, and reports directly to the Director of Leadership Development in Procurement.
WHO YOU ARE
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree in business administration, engineering, natural sciences, or a related field, with outstanding academic performance.
- Initial professional experience (e.g., internships) in Procurement or a related area.
- International exposure through studies or internships abroad.
- Passion for procurement and the ability to challenge the status quo.
- Innovative mindset with a desire to contribute ideas and drive meaningful change.
- Ability to build partnerships, collaborate effectively across cultures, and achieve shared goals.
- Business acumen paired with demonstrated leadership qualities.
- Strong analytical skills with an awareness of how digital solutions can create value.
- Excellent communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English, along with strong presentation abilities.
YOUR APPLICATION
This is your opportunity to tackle the world's biggest challenges with us: Maintaining our health, feeding growing populations and slowing the rate of climate change. You have a voice, ideas and perspectives and we want to hear them. Because our success begins with you. Be part of something big. Be Bayer.
Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
Location:
Spain : Cataluña : Barcelona
Division:
Enabling Functions
Reference Code:
832035