Senior buyer | Riudellots de la Selva (Girona)

About the role

An importing and distributing company of plumbing and heating products located in the province of Girona is looking to hire a Purchase Manager / Responsable de Compras to lead and manage the purchasing area, mainly with Asian suppliers.

• Stable position
• Good working environment.

What you'll do

• Plan and manage product purchases, mainly from Asian suppliers.
• Manage and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate prices, purchase conditions, deadlines, and supply conditions.
• Monitor orders and delivery dates.
• Analyze procurement needs and stock levels.
• Review and optimize safety stocks and inventory levels.
• Coordinate import logistics, mainly by sea.
• Track import operations from origin to the receipt of goods.
• Search for and evaluate new suppliers and supply alternatives, especially in Asian markets.
• Analyze opportunities for improvement and cost optimization.
• Coordinate with the Sales, Logistics, Administration, and Management departments.
• Participate in improvement and process optimization projects related to

What we're looking for

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in purchasing and procurement.
• Experience in purchasing from Asian suppliers.
• Experience in long-term purchasing management and forecasting.
• Experience in negotiation and supplier management.
• Planning, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good command of Excel.
• Ability to work in a coordinated manner with different departments.
• Availability for immediate or short-term incorporation.

Education & certifications

Education

University education related to the following will be valued:

• Economics
• Business Administration and Management (ADE).
• Engineering
• International Trade
• Purchasing and Procurement
• Logistics

Languages

• English: B2 or higher - essential
• Spanish: high level - essential
• Catalan: high level - desirable

What you'll get

Conditions

• Permanent contract.
• Full-time.
• Schedule from Monday to Thursday 8-17h and Friday 8-14h.
• Immediate or short-term start.
• Salary to be determined according to experience and profile provided.

About the company & team

An importing and distributing company of plumbing and heating products located in the province of Girona is looking to hire a Purchase Manager / Responsable de Compras to lead and manage the purchasing area, mainly with Asian suppliers.