Responsibilities / TasksFor our offices in Alcobendas (Madrid), we are looking for a Regional Category Manager Professional Services DACH, EE, NCE.
Main duties:
Develop, implement, and continuously refine the category strategy for Professional Services and related indirect spend areas, ensuring alignment with overall procurement and business objectives.
Execute the category strategy through high‐quality tenders, competitive negotiations, supplier evaluation, and structured supplier relationship management.
Partner closely with procurement managers and key stakeholders across functions to communicate, align, and operationalize procurement strategies effectively.
Identify, quantify, and deliver cost‐saving opportunities, ensuring achievement of annual savings targets while maintaining service quality and risk‐mitigated supply.
Build and maintain an optimal portfolio of global, regional, and local suppliers, ensuring the right balance of competition, innovation, capability, and resilience.
Manage total category spend with a holistic, end‐to‐end supply chain perspective to achieve best‐in‐class cost structures, value creation, and process efficiency.
Drive internationalization of procurement activities, promoting harmonization, standardization, and cross‐country sourcing synergies.
Lead continuous improvement by optimizing procurement processes, tools, policies, KPIs, and governance frameworks.
Ensure full compliance with procurement policies, processes, contractual standards, and digital tools (e.g., Ariba, S2P systems).
Analyze market trends, benchmarking data, and supplier performance to proactively adjust category strategies.
Manage risks, including contractual, operational, and supply‐market risks, with clear mitigation plans.
Support strategic initiatives such as sustainability programs, supplier innovation, and digital transformation within procurement.
Your Profile / Qualifications
Residence in Madrid is a must.
Master's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
5+ years of procurement experience, ideally in Indirect Procurement (e.g., Professional Services such as Marketing, Business & Technical Services, Financial Services, Legal Services, Consulting Services).
Demonstrated category‐specific market and industry knowledge with the ability to translate insights into sourcing strategies.
Strong cultural awareness and experience working with international teams and suppliers.
Profound expertise in international contract management, including negotiation of complex commercial agreements.
Proven experience operating in complex matrix as well as centralized organizational structures.
Strong project management skills, with a track record of leading cross‐functional initiatives end‐to‐end.
Significant negotiation experience across global supplier markets, including handling multi‐million‐euro agreements.
Proficiency with procurement systems; SAP Ariba and Source‐to‐Pay (S2P) tools are considered a strong advantage.
Additional experience with data analytics, TCO models, and supplier risk management is a plus.
Other Skills & Competencies:
Fluent English (C1 level) ; German is optional but beneficial (B2 level).
Ability to lead and influence international and culturally diverse teams .
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network, build trust, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
Deep understanding of global business practices and international supply markets.
Excellent analytical and problem‐solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data‐driven decisions.
Demonstrated ownership mindset, accountability, and resilience — taking responsibility for both successes and setbacks.
Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex procurement topics clearly.
High level of integrity, business acumen, and a continuous‐improvement mindset.
Ability to thrive in fast‐paced, dynamic environments and manage multiple priorities effectively.
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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