The Senior Director of Procurement & Supply Chain for the Iberia Cluster leads the end‐to‐end Procurement and Supply Chain organization for the country/cluster, ensuring full deployment of divisional and corporate strategies across procurement, logistics, inventory management, customer care, international trade, facilities, and ERP governance. This role ensures an aligned GEA‐wide approach to customers, drives market penetration locally, and maximizes synergies across functions and business units.
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.
Your Profile / QualificationsEducation & 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
We Offer
Attractive compensation package aligned with experience, responsibilities and international exposure.
Private health insurance plan.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote).
23 days of vacation per year.
Great work environment as part of a collaborative team.
Continuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally.
The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026.
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Employment Type: Full‐Time
Vacancy: 1
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