Direct Procurement Category Manager

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Summary: Seeking a Procurement Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, define and implement CMO strategy, optimize supplier pools, and manage procurement budgets. Highlights: 1. Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for a leading health and wellness company 2. Define and implement CMO strategy and active management for suppliers 3. Lead negotiation processes and closing of commercial and supply agreements Spain, Catalonia, Sant Cugat del Valles, Pharmaceutical, Purchasing / Procurement **Work location:** Spain, Catalonia, Sant Cugat del Valles **Sector:** Pharmaceutical **Role:** Purchasing / Procurement Branch: URIACH Date of last update:06/02/2026 ### **JOB DESCRIPTION** **About Us** With over **185 years of history**, we are a leading health and wellness company. Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as **Aquilea, Fisiocrem, Laborest, Sidroga, Biodramina, Aerored, Fave de Fuca, Halibut, Ems, and Depuralina**, with a strong presence across major European markets. We believe in the **power of nature, enhanced by science**, as the best way to improve human health and wellbeing sustainably. Our goal is to create a positive impact on both people's lives and the planet. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and skilled **Procurement Category Manager – Direct Spend** to lead our strategic sourcing initiatives. **Key Responsibilities** In this role, you will be expected to:* **CMO Strategy \& Management:** Define and implement, alongside internal stakeholders, the strategy and active management for the **CMO (Contract Manufacturing Organizations)** category and its associated suppliers. * **Sourcing \& Performance:** Identify, select, and qualify potential new suppliers while actively managing the performance levels of the existing supplier base. * **Supplier Pool Optimization:** Maintain an optimal supplier pool, reducing complexity and increasing value contribution. Regularly seek **process standardization** and drive continuous improvement. * **Market Analysis \& Outsourcing:** Maximize the supply market's contribution to business goals. Conduct market outsourcing, identifying opportunities and risks through a broad vision of the **supply chain and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)**. * **Budget Management:** Execute the procurement budget for the assigned category, including meticulous tracking and periodic reviews. * **Legal \& Negotiation:** Lead negotiation processes and the closing of commercial and supply agreements, working closely with the **Legal department** and adhering to established company policies. ### **VIEW DETAILS** Type of contract: Permanent job ### **SKILLS REQUIRED** **Requirements: You'll excel if you have...*** **Experience:** A minimum of **2 years** in a similar role with deep knowledge of the market, products, and suppliers. * **Technical Expertise:** Proven experience in negotiating **Supply Agreements**, as well as procurement of **Packaging and Raw Materials (MMPP)**. * **Operational Knowledge:** Solid understanding of **manufacturing processes** and experience in **team management**. * **Tools \& Methodologies:** Proficiency in **Excel, SAP, and Lean Methodologies**. * **Education:** Specific training/certification in **Procurement** or Supply Chain Management. * **Languages:** A **high level of English** is essential for this role.