Buyer Road Spain (405923)

Responsibilities:

Strategic Category Ownership

• Take full accountability for the assigned portfolio across several ArcelorMittal operations in Spain.
• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business objectives, operational requirements, and market evolution.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimization, service enhancement, sustainability improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor transportation market dynamics, pricing trends, regulatory developments, and capacity constraints to proactively adjust sourcing strategies.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including market analysis, RFQs, tenders, negotiations, supplier selection, and contract award.
• Deliver measurable value through cost savings, value creation, service improvement, and process optimization.
• Build and maintain a high-performing supplier network capable of supporting business growth and operational continuity.
• Manage supplier performance through clear KPIs, business reviews, corrective action plans, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate and implement complex transportation agreements that balance cost, service, flexibility, and risk.

Business Partnership & Operational Excellence

• Establish strong relationships with sites, logistics, supply chain, and commercial teams.
• Translate operational requirements into effective procurement solutions and transportation strategies.
• Ensure transportation capacity is secured to support production plans and customer deliveries.
• Provide support during critical operational situations and transportation disruptions.
• Challenge existing ways of working and identify opportunities for efficiency and service improvements.

Market Intelligence & Innovation

• Maintain deep knowledge of the Spanish road transportation market and emerging logistics solutions.
• Benchmark suppliers and industry practices to ensure competitiveness.
• Support the introduction of innovative transportation models, digital solutions, and sustainability initiatives.
• Contribute to the broader European Land Logistics Purchasing community by sharing market insights and best practices.

Governance & Performance Management

• Prepare and manage procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with company standards and policies.
• Track and report performance against procurement objectives and KPIs, including: 
  • Savings and value creation
  • Contract coverage
  • Spend under management
  • Supplier performance
  • Service levels
  • Transportation volumes
  • Capacity management
• Present results and strategic recommendations to management.

Who We Are Looking For

• Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement, Logistics Purchasing, Transportation Management, or Supply Chain.
• Strong knowledge of the Spanish road freight transportation market.
• Proven track record of leading complex sourcing projects and negotiations.
• Experience managing strategic suppliers and service contracts.
• Exposure to industrial, manufacturing, steel, automotive, logistics, or heavy industry environments is an advantage.
• Strong strategic thinking and category management mindset.
• High level of ownership and accountability.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
• Commercial acumen with a results-oriented approach.
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making capability.
• Ability to balance operational urgency with long-term strategic objectives.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Resilience and ability to perform in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Continuous improvement and problem-solving mindset.
• Fluent Spanish and English are mandatory.
• Additional European languages would be considered an asset.

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