Senior Procurement Specialist or Manager
OMODA Motors, part of the Chery Group, is an international automotive brand expanding in Europe. Our European headquarters is in Barcelona, leading the brand’s development across the region.
This position is based fully on-site at our Barcelona office.
Why join us?
* Fast‑growing automotive brand expanding across Europe.
* Work directly with global and European suppliers in a highly technical procurement role.
* Be part of an international, dynamic, and cross‑functional team.
* Gain exposure to KD/CKD procurement, APQP/PPAP, and OEM‑level processes.
* Contribute to strategic sourcing decisions with real business impact.
* Career growth within an innovative global automotive group.
* Competitive salary and development opportunities.
Responsibilities
* Manage end‑to‑end procurement of KD/CKD components including supplier sourcing, technical communication, quotation requests, cost analysis, contract negotiation, and delivery coordination.
* Lead full lifecycle supplier and component management from RFQ and prototype phases to tooling, trial builds, PPAP, and mass production.
* Collaborate closely with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and quality teams to support supplier evaluation, capacity assessment, APQP processes, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
* Monitor market trends, raw material price fluctuations, automotive component cost structures, and supply chain risks including capacity, lead time, quality incidents, and geopolitical factors.
* Manage European and global suppliers, conduct performance evaluations, corrective actions, and improvement plan follow‑ups.
* Drive localization initiatives including new supplier scouting, capability assessment, technical reviews, and cost optimization projects.
* Lead cost breakdown analysis, benchmark studies, and competitive pricing activities.
* Support project procurement activities including project timing tracking, supplier readiness, and cross‑functional reviews.
* Prepare procurement reports, business reviews, RFQ summaries, and component cost analysis for management.
* Ensure procurement activities comply with corporate governance, quality systems, and OEM procurement standards.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree or above in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials, Supply Chain, or related fields.
* 5–8 years of automotive procurement experience with OEM background required.
* Strong experience in KD/CKD or technical component procurement such as body structures, chassis components, electrical systems, or mechanical assemblies.
* Deep understanding of RFQ processes, cost breakdown analysis, supplier audits, APQP/PPAP, quality issue resolution, and SOP project workflows.
* Fluency in English;
Spanish proficiency preferred.
* Strong negotiation, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
* Solid analytical capability with ability to evaluate cost structures, supplier risks, and commercial scenarios.
* Experience working in multinational supply chains or overseas environments is a strong plus.
* High integrity, strong execution capability, and ability to manage complex multi‑supplier projects.
Benefits
* Full‑time role within a leading global automotive group.
* International team environment at our European headquarters in Barcelona.
* Opportunities for professional growth and cross‑functional development.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Engineering
* Industries: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Wholesale Motor Vehicles and Parts, and Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing
Location: Sant Just Desvern, Catalonia, Spain
Posted: 2 weeks ago
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