Procurement Specialist

Supply Chain Spain


Descrição

 

                                            Sourcing Specialist 
Location: Spain 
 
At Buckman, we focus on delivering smart chemistry, innovative solutions, and a safer, more sustainable world. We believe our people make the difference. As a Sourcing Specialist EMENA, you will help secure reliable, responsible, and cost effective supply for key materials that support our customers and our production sites. You will play a critical role in supplier selection, risk reduction, commercial negotiation, and cross functional collaboration across our global network. 
 
Responsibilities

Supplier Relationship Management

Support and strengthen relationships with local and global suppliers to ensure reliable supply, resolve commercial or delivery issues, and support long‑term strategic partnerships.

Cost Reduction & Negotiations

Support overall cost reduction initiatives through spend analysis, market knowledge, and commercial evaluations. Lead negotiations for assigned categories to improve pricing, terms, and conditions in line with sourcing strategies.

Sourcing Strategy Development & Execution

Execute sourcing strategies for defined categories, including supplier selection, RFPs, and alternative sourcing options, to ensure competitiveness and continuity of supply.

Market Monitoring

Monitor market conditions for a defined range of raw materials, track price and availability trends, and proactively share insights and forecasts with internal stakeholders to support informed decision‑making.

Spend Analysis & Data Support

Support the analysis of spend data to identify savings opportunities, track cost performance, and contribute to data-driven procurement decisions, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting in SAP and related systems.

What You Bring 
  • Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, market analysis and financial principles

  • Strong analytical skills with proven ability to manage and interpret data Excel - Advanced  Mandatory

  • Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Administration, Economics, or a related field

  • 36 years of experience in manufacturing environments, ideally in sourcing or procurement

  • Solid experience in contract management and commercial negotiations

  • Good understanding of supply chain processes

  • Excellent communication, influencing, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.

  • Ability to work effectively in cross functional teams with high collaboration and integrity.

  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

  • Strong IT skills, including MS Office, Business Intelligence tools, and SAP.

     
 ShapeWhy Buckman? 
 
At Buckman, you join a global team committed to safety, innovation, and doing what’s right. We invest in our people through continuous learning, cross functional exposure, and opportunities to grow your career in a supportive and diverse environment. You will be part of an organization that values sustainability, ethical business practices, and collaborative problem-solving to serve customers and communities around the world.
Interested? Apply now!
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