Job Reference719_25_MNG_P_TO
PositionPurchasing Officer
Closing DateFriday, 05 December, 2025
Reference719_25_MNG_P_TO
Job titlePurchasing Officer
About BSCThe Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is the leading supercomputing center in Spain. It houses MareNostrum, one of the most powerful supercomputers in Europe, was a founding and hosting member of the former European HPC infrastructure PRACE (Partnership for Advanced Computing in Europe), and is now hosting entity for EuroHPC JU, the Joint Undertaking that leads large-scale investments and HPC provision in Europe. The mission of BSC is to research, develop and manage information technologies in order to facilitate scientific progress. BSC combines HPC service provision and R&D; into both computer and computational science (life, earth and engineering sciences) under one roof, and currently has over 1000 staff from 60 countries.
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We are particularly interested for this role in the strengths and lived experiences of women and underrepresented groups to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights in science and IT research. In instances of equal merit, the incorporation of the under‑represented sex will be favoured.
We promote Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, fostering an environment where each and every one of us is appreciated for who we are, regardless of our differences.
If you consider that you do not meet all the requirements, we encourage you to continue applying for the job offer. We value diversity of experiences and skills, and you could bring unique perspectives to our team.
Context And MissionWe are seeking an experienced candidate to provide comprehensive support in purchasing management, order processing, and oversight of awarded public contracts.
Key Duties
Overall support in purchase management.
Preparation and processing of purchase orders with a focus on optimizing efficiency and cost‑effectiveness.
Rigorous control of delivery timelines, verification of delivery notes, and adherence to invoice conditions.
Management of assets and regular inventory updates to ensure accuracy and accountability.
Thorough processing of documentation, including follow‑up on signatures and establishment of guarantees.
Monitoring and evaluation of contract execution, including the preparation of reception minutes and payment proposals.
Effective organization and maintenance of document filing systems.
Requirements
Education
A vocational training or/and university degree or equivalent professional qualification in business administration, procurement, or related field.
Essential Knowledge and Professional Experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel.
Proficiency in working with ERP systems, preferably experience with SAP Business One or similar platforms.
Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in a similar role, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of procurement processes and contract management.
Additional Knowledge and Professional Experience
Fluency in Spanish, both written and verbal, is essential for processing Spanish‑language documents.
A good command of English, both written and verbal, will be valuable.
Competences
Demonstrated proactive attitude and initiative in problem‑solving and process improvement initiatives.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Flexibility and availability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
Keen attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining meticulous records.
Conditions
The position will be located at BSC within the Management Department.
We offer a full‑time contract (37.5 h/week), a good working environment, a highly stimulating environment with state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure, adaptable working hours, extensive training plan, restaurant tickets, private health insurance, support to the relocation procedures.
Duration: Open‑ended contract due to technical and scientific activities linked to the project and budget duration.
Holidays: 22 days of holidays + 6 personal days + 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreement.
Salary: we offer a competitive salary commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the candidate and according to the cost of living in Barcelona.
Starting date: 15/12/2025.
Applications procedure and process
A full CV in English including contact details.
A cover/motivation letter with a statement of interest in English, clearly specifying for which specific area and topics the applicant wishes to be considered. Additionally, two references for further contacts must be included. Applications without this document will not be considered.
Development of the recruitment process
Curriculum Analysis: Evaluation of previous experience and/or scientific history, degree, training, and other professional information relevant to the position. (40 points)
Interview phase: The highest‑rated candidates at the curriculum level will be invited to the interview phase, conducted by the corresponding department and Human Resources. In this phase, technical competencies, knowledge, skills, and professional experience related to the position, as well as the required personal competencies, will be evaluated. (60 points). A minimum of 30 points out of 60 must be obtained to be eligible for the position.
OTM‑R principles for selection processes
BSC-CNS is committed to the principles of the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers of the European Commission and the Open, Transparent and Merit‑based Recruitment principles (OTM‑R). This is applied for any potential candidate in all our processes, for example by creating gender‑balanced recruitment panels and recognizing career breaks.
Equal OpportunitiesBSC-CNS is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable state or local law.
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