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Amplifon is the global leader in the retail hearing care industry, with over 20,000 professionals across 26 countries. We operate a global network of 9,500 points of sale, dedicated to empowering people to rediscover the emotions of sound. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in talent engagement, professional development, and recognition to help them realize their potential and build fulfilling careers.
In 2019, Amplifon Iberica S.A.U acquired GAES, which has over 700 shops throughout Spain. Our main office is in Barcelona, employing over 2,000 dedicated professionals who help people experience the full spectrum of sound.
We are currently seeking an Indirect Procurement Cluster Manager for Spain & Portugal. This role is part of an exciting journey to revolutionize how we manage external spend and costs at Amplifon. The successful candidate will report functionally to the Global Head of Indirect Procurement in Milan, and to the GMs of Spain & Portugal.
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented procurement professional to support the development of our future global procurement organization, lead regional projects, and collaborate closely with local and global stakeholders and the Corporate Procurement team. We expect the candidate to grow with the role, contributing to annual results, spend management, and expanding responsibilities. Joining Amplifon also opens doors to international career opportunities as the organization grows.
The Indirect Procurement Cluster Manager will lead the development and implementation of innovative sourcing strategies that deliver cost savings, supply assurance, and quality improvements. The role will ensure procurement strategies, processes, and programs align with internal budgets and company objectives, working actively with global stakeholders to leverage knowledge, relationships, and investments effectively.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Serve as the key contact for Global Procurement in Spain & Portugal, collaborating closely with the Global Procurement Category Manager.
* Drive cross-country savings initiatives, focusing on Marketing, IT, and Retail sectors.
* Develop and implement forward-thinking sourcing strategies that provide a competitive edge.
* Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships to achieve cost reductions, supply assurance, quality improvements, and innovation.
* Establish effective partnerships with key stakeholders, acting as a trusted strategic advisor to understand and fulfill business needs.
* Provide financial support for spend forecasting and budget management.
* Ensure organizational, systems, and process effectiveness within the indirect procurement function.
Education and Experience:
* Master’s degree in Procurement, Business, or related field.
* 7-10 years’ experience in Indirect Procurement within a matrixed environment, familiar with category management.
* Experience managing Marketing spend is a plus (Media, Digital Media, Marketing print, Creative agencies, Contact Center).
* Fluent in English and Spanish (both written and spoken).
* Experience negotiating large supplier contracts.
* Hands-on experience with ERP systems preferred.
Required Abilities:
* Curiosity and learning agility.
* Self-motivated, energetic, and eager to leave a legacy.
* Experience managing a team.
* Strong financial acumen.
* Ability to analyze, prioritize, and lead multiple procurement initiatives and negotiations simultaneously.
* Excellent stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
We offer a remote working policy allowing 9 days of remote work per month.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
* Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, and Manufacturing
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