PJob Title: Purchasing Manager - Spain /pp Location: Barcelona, Spain. /ppFluency in Spanish English is mandatory. /ppExperience in Purchasing / Supply Chain in the Restaurant or Bakery environment is essential. /ppPosition Overview: Our client is a world-renowned French bakery and café brand, they are seeking an experienced and dynamic Purchasing / Supply Chain Manager to lead its development in Spain. /ppThis pivotal role will involve developing and executing a comprehensive purchasing strategy to drive suppliers, stocks, and ensure the supply of authorized quality products to the company's restaurants in the market without compromising service levels and business continuity. The successful candidate will be instrumental in driving the growth of the brand in Spain. /pp Key Performance Areas: /pulliSupervise distribution and manage the distribution centre. /liliResolve non-conformances satisfactorily. /liliCentralize supply chain information: /liliSupplier sales reporting and tracking. /liliPricing and volume updates. /liliManage supplier and distributor performance. /liliMaintain database formulae. /liliSynchronize product database with finance. /liliUpdate product specifications: /liliCase size, weight, units, distribution cost, and discounts. /liliAnalyze departmental performance quarterly. /liliAssist with global standardization of systems and reporting. /liliUpdate actual prices and volumes regularly. /liliRetrieve product information for supply chain. /liliProvide meaningful data to support internal customers. /li /ulp Qualifications and Experience: /pulli5+ years of experience in Purchasing / Supply Chain in Restaurant or Bakery environment in Spain. /lili2 years of experience in managing a supply chain management database. /liliStrong understanding of the Spanish market, cultural nuances, and consumer behavior. /liliExcellent project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities. /liliStrong analytical mindset. /liliFluency in Spanish and English is essential. /li /ulpKnowledge Skills: /pulliAdvanced knowledge of Cost of Goods Systems (menu mix model). /liliAdvanced knowledge of supply chain management systems and processes. /liliAdvanced negotiation skills. /li /ulpSalary Range: Between 45k-50k gross per year + benefits /ppStart date: As soon as possible /ppApply Now! /p