Purchasing Processes Optimization Manager

The Opportunity

Lead the transformation and optimization of purchasing and procurement processes and tools—including inventory, non-inventory, and outsourcing scopes—ensuring operational efficiency, traceability, and alignment with the company’s strategic goals.

What you'll get to do

Process Improvement & Governance

• Lead the identification, design, and implementation of process improvement initiatives across the purchasing/procurement function.
• Apply methodologies to streamline workflows, reduce inefficiencies, and enhance data visibility.
• Coordinate closely with the Purchasing/Procurement BPE to ensure consistency in process governance, ownership, and strategic alignment.

Project Backlog Ownership

• Own and manage the backlog of improvement projects within the purchasing/procurement domain.
• Prioritize initiatives based on impact, feasibility, and strategic relevance.
• Track progress, ensure resource allocation, and follow up on delivery milestones.
• Facilitate regular reviews with stakeholders to validate priorities and adjust plans as needed.

Tools & Digitalization

• Act as the change management owner for Celonis and IRIS, ensuring updates, enhancements, and user adoption are effectively managed.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual tasks and improve data flows through digital tools.
• Collaborate with IT, PAAR, MMD and functional teams to ensure seamless integration of tools into existing processes.
• Monitor tool performance and user feedback to drive continuous improvement.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Act as a key liaison between purchasing and other departments such as Quality, Production, Accounts Payable.
• Represent the purchasing/procurement function in cross-functional projects, transformation programs, and digital initiatives.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and support a team of BPE´s staff, fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, and continuous learning.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.
• Encourage innovation and proactive problem-solving within the team

We'd love to meet you if you have

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years in purchasing, process improvement, or tools management in industrial environments.

 Education:

• University degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or similar.
• Master’s degree in supply chain, Process Management, or Digital Transformation is a plus.

 Languages:

• Fluent in Spanish and English. French is a plus.

 Technical Competencies:

• Deep knowledge of purchasing and supply chain processes.
• Experience with digital tools (SAP, IRIS, Celonis).
• Strong analytical skills and strategic vision.
• Proven experience in change management and process ownership.
• Experience managing improvement project portfolios or backlogs.

• • Empathetic and collaborative leadership.
  • Effective communication and influencing skills.
  • Change management and resilience.
  • Results orientation and continuous improvement mindset.

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