Purchasing Controller - Barcelona is responsible for overseeing and managing the purchasing activities at Business Unit level to ensure cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance with company policies. This role typically involves working closely with other departments to meet the company's procurement compliance, budgeting and forecasting needs.Job Description: Purchasing ControllerKey Responsibilities:Develop and implement procurement policies and procedures.Participate in implementing purchasing strategies aligned with company objectives, including cost reduction, quality improvement, and supplier diversification.Conduct market analysis to identify potential new suppliers and trends in pricing.Budget Management:Monitor purchasing budgets and ensure that expenditures are within budgetary constraints.Work closely with finance teams to forecast future procurement needs and align with financial planning.Compliance and Risk Management:Ensure all purchasing activities comply with legal and company regulations.Identify and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain, such as supplier dependency and market fluctuations.Track and monitor suppliers' financial stability.Data Analysis and Reporting:Analyze purchasing data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for improvement.Be responsible for the compliance activities within the Purchasing – Supply Chain function.Prepare regular reports on purchasing activities, supplier performance, and cost analysis for senior management.Prepare monthly forecasts regarding purchasing savings in alignment with the production plants for actuals and P&L.Become approver of any payment terms change to consider the cash impact.Skills and Qualifications:Educational Background:Bachelor's degree in Economics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.Experience:Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.Technical Skills:Strong knowledge of procurement software and systems (e.G., SAP, Oracle).Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (e.G., Excel, ERP systems, Power BI).Strong leadership abilities to interact at a global level with counterparts at corporate and plant levels.Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask.Reporting Structure:Reporting to the Materials Management Director.Works closely with the Finance, Logistics, and Operations teams.Full-time position, usually office-based.This role is vital in ensuring that a company's procurement processes are streamlined, and that cost savings and efficiency are maximized.#J-18808-Ljbffr