Location: Barcelona / Valencia, Spain
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Reporting to: Regional / Head Office
About the Company
We are a fast-growing startup within an international trading group, expanding our presence in Europe through the opening of a new office in Barcelona (Catalonia).
We are looking for a proactive and experienced Purchasing Manager who will become a key independent figure responsible for establishing and developing the company’s procurement processes. This is a unique opportunity to build an efficient procurement system from scratch in an international environment and play a critical role in the company’s growth and scaling in Spain.
Key Responsibilities
Negotiation & Contracting
* Conduct negotiations on pricing, volumes, and supply terms for raw materials and finished products
* Align product specifications (varieties, acidity levels, organoleptic characteristics, etc.)
* Conclude contracts and framework agreements with suppliers
Shipment & Logistics Coordination
* Coordinate shipments (interaction with suppliers and logistics partners)
* Monitor timelines, volumes, and accuracy of dispatched goods
* Prepare supporting documentation in collaboration with the back office
On-site Quality Control
* Organize and/or conduct quality inspections at supplier facilities
* Collect samples and coordinate with laboratories
* Ensure compliance of products with agreed standards and specifications
Internal Collaboration
* Provide market insights, risks, and opportunities
* Support procurement and production planning
Requirements
Education
* Higher education in agriculture, food industry, logistics, or economics
Work Experience
* Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement of agricultural products/raw materials in Spain
* Proven hands-on experience in:
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* Negotiating with local producers
* Working with farmers or processing companies
* Experience with olives and/or olive oil is a strong advantage
Professional Skills & Knowledge
* Understanding of agricultural supply chains, including international supply chains
* Knowledge of legal principles of international trade
* Basic understanding of quality standards for olive oil and olives
* Strong negotiation skills and ability to secure commercial terms
* Ability to work independently “in the field”
Languages
* Spanish — fluent (C1–C2)
* English — fluent (C1–C2)