Supplier Management and Development Specialist

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Supplier Management and Development Specialist

Job Reference Vidrala/20646/1741

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Llodio/Laudio

Closing Date:

30/09/2026

Job Category:

Procurement

Site:

Departments:

Procurement

Job Introduction

About us

Vidrala is a multinational company with 5 production plants across mainland Europe, 3 in the UK & Ireland, and 4 in South America.We manufacture glass packaging for the food and beverage industry and offer a comprehensive range of packaging services, including logistics solutions and beverage filling operations.Our industrial expertise, growing international footprint and commitment to sustainability have established us as a trusted business partner for many of the world's leading food and beverage brands.

At Vidrala, nearly 6,000 people choose glass every day. Join a team that is driven by innovation, competitiveness and the wellbeing of its people.

Help us to build a stronger, more sustainable and competitive supply chain: At Vidrala, we are looking for a Supplier Management & Development Specialist to join our Corporate Procurement team .

You will lead the implementation of Vidrala's Supplier Management & Development (SM&D) model across your assigned categories at Group level, driving a strategic and integrated approach that brings together quality, sustainability, risk management, compliance and continuous improvement .

Working within the Procurement function, you will help shape supplier development priorities aligned with category and business strategies, while building long-term partnerships with suppliers that contribute to sustainable growth, operational excellence and customer satisfaction across the Group.

The Challenge

Based in Llodio and reporting to the Head of Supplier Management & Development, you will operate in an international environment, providing functional leadership for your assigned categories across the Group and coordinating with local teams from different Business Units to ensure a consistent and effective supplier management approach.

Through this role, you will lead initiatives that have a direct impact on the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of our supply chain.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Defining, implementing and continuously improving Vidrala's Supplier Management & Development (SM&D) model across assigned categories at Group level.
• Defining and deploying supplier development strategies aligned with Procurement priorities and business objectives.
• Leading supplier quality management across your assigned categories, including supplier and product homologation, IMS, process and product audits, non-conformity management and development plans, while maintaining an up-to‑date panel of approved suppliers to develop them as strategic partners and drive long-term value creation.
• Developing suppliers as strategic business partners by driving qualification, auditing, continuous improvement and long‑term value creation initiatives that strengthen competitiveness, resilience and operational excellence.
• Managing supplier‑related risks and performance across quality, sustainability, compliance and business continuity, while contributing to the transformation and digitalisation of the function.
• Supporting transformation, digitalisation and standardisation initiatives while monitoring supplier performance through KPIs, reporting and governance processes.
• Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Chemical or a related technical discipline).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in supplier management and development, supplier quality or supplier auditing within an industrial environment.
• Experience in supplier qualification, auditing, non-conformity management and continuous improvement processes.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Experience applying a process‑based approach to supplier management, performance monitoring and continuous improvement activities.
• Professional level of English. Portuguese would be considered an advantage.
• Availability to travel.

You will stand out if you bring:

• The ability to balance strategic thinking with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong influencing and communication skills in complex environments.
• A results‑driven mindset, with a passion for continuous improvement and teamwork.
• The ability to build trusted,