Strategic Leadership & Alignment

• Lead and manage the full scope of procurement and supply chain activities within the Iberia Cluster.
• Ensure alignment between divisional strategies, corporate procurement frameworks, and local operational execution.
• Drive implementation of category strategies (direct & indirect), logistics concepts, and supply chain transformation initiatives.
• Balance functional/category-led requirements with local business priorities.
• Partner with other BU Heads of Procurement & Supply Chain to allocate resources, drive specialization, and implement strategic projects.

Operational Excellence & Value Creation

• Ensure high standards across procurement & logistics performance, focusing on cost, working capital, inventory, delivery time, and quality.
• Identify and eliminate non‑value‑adding activities across the end‑to‑end supply chain.
• Secure availability of materials and resources, meeting targets for cost efficiency, delivery performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Drive continuous improvement in supply chain processes, tools, methods, and organizational setup.
• Ensure QHSE compliance across all supply chain operations.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Act as the primary interface for Divisional and Corporate Procurement & Supply Chain on all procurement-related topics.
• Manage effective collaboration with global and local stakeholders, including Project Procurement Managers, Project Buyers, Category Management, Engineering, and Project Management.
• Partner with cross-functional areas (Finance, HR, QHSE, Marketing, Sales & Service) to drive cooperation, overhead reduction, and organizational effectiveness.

Cost Optimization & Digital Transformation

• Lead cost reduction initiatives (COGS, indirect costs, overhead) and drive strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Promote automation, digitalization, and ERP (SAP) optimization to increase efficiency and transparency.
• Ensure compliance with corporate procurement policies, processes, and statutory requirements.
• Report KPIs regularly and ensure accountability for targets.

Supplier Management & Contracting

• Manage and coordinate key supplier relationships, securing availability, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Lead negotiations for strategic contracts, pricing, discounts, and payment terms in alignment with company standards.
• Define cost‑saving targets and track execution of savings initiatives.
• Ensure robust supplier quality assessment and escalation management.

Facilities & Cluster Support

• Oversee facility management for all cluster sites, ensuring efficient, cost‑effective, and compliant operations.
• Serve as senior liaison for Procurement & Supply Chain at country/cluster level with Corporate and BU teams.

Education & Professional Background

• Master’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of senior-level experience in Procurement and Supply Chain.
• Strong background in international contract management (minimum 5 years).
• Experience in multi-site, matrix, and centralized organizational environments.
• Proven track record in managing corporate procurement programs and Supply Chain networks.

Technical Expertise

• Deep knowledge of material management, supply/demand planning, warehousing, and logistics.
• Expertise in global supplier negotiations.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP), Ariba / S2P platforms, and business intelligence reporting.
• Strong financial acumen and analytical skills.

Leadership & Personal Capabilities

• Strong leadership presence with ability to inspire, develop, and empower teams.
• Excellent relationship‑building, networking, and influencing skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving abilities and business judgment.
• High change agility and experience leading transformation programs.
• Exceptional communication skills and intercultural sensitivity.
• High performance orientation and strong organizational skills.
• Ownership mindset, resilience, and adaptability to shifting priorities.

Competencies

• Strategic Procurement Leadership
• Supply Chain Optimization
• Contract & Supplier Management
• Negotiation Expertise
• Project & Change Management
• Digital & Process Transformation
• Executive Stakeholder Engagement
• People Development & Team Leadership
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement