Procurement Lead

I’mRecuerde revisar su CV antes de enviar la solicitud. Además, asegúrese de leer todos los requisitos relacionados con este puesto.Alejandro Martínez , an freelance headhunter currently supporting aleading technology companyin its search for aProcurement Lead .The company is undergoing amajor operational transformation .Until now, most procurement and supplier management activities have been handledmanuallyusingExcel, Google Forms, and Jira , with some basic automations viaZapier .They are now entering a new phase:designing and implementing their first centralized Procurement Software— a solution that will automate approvals, improve compliance, and connect procurement with key departments such asIT, Legal, Finance, and Office Management .This is astrategic position reporting directly to the CFO & COO , offering the opportunity to lead a project that will define the company’s internal efficiency and digital maturity for years to come.TasksTheProcurement Leadwill lead the end-to-end design and rollout of the new procurement function, including the selection and implementation of the company’s first procurement system.The role requires strong technical understanding, process optimization expertise, and exceptional communication skills to manage stakeholders and drive adoption across teams.You’ll act as thechange leader , driving alignment between operations, technology, and compliance, ensuring the new system becomes a cornerstone of the company’s internal processes.Within the first six months , the Procurement Manager will implement a company-wide procurement system, automate vendor onboarding, and establish KPIs and workflows to monitor spend and efficiency.Key responsibilitiesLead the full implementation of a Procurement Software(from vendor selection to go-live and user adoption).Map and redesign all existingmanual procurement workflowsto ensure automation and scalability.Collaborate withcloud service providersand suppliers for technical integration and onboarding.Define approval flows, KPIs, dashboards, and policies for cost and process control.Developautomations and data flows , ensuring real-time visibility and reporting.Work cross-functionally withIT, Legal, Finance, and Office Managementto ensure alignment withSOC-2 and ISO compliance standards .Act as aproject manager , leading planning, communication, and change management activities.Promote transparency, process ownership, and collaboration across the organization.Requirements8+ years of progressive experienceinProcurement, Sourcing, or Operations , ideally withintech, SaaS, or consultingenvironments.Proven successleading the implementation of procurement & ERP systems(e.g. Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle, Precoro, etc.).Strongproject managementandstakeholder engagementcapabilities.Demonstrated ability to driveprocess automationand cross-departmental transformation.Experience withZapier, Jira , and similar workflow tools.Understanding ofSOC-2 and ISO compliance frameworks .Fluent inEnglish and Spanish .Willingness torelocate to Málaga (Spain)if not already based there – relocation support provided.BenefitsLocation:Málaga, SpainWork model:Hybrid (first 2 months on-site, then 3 days/week on-site, 2 days remote). This setup isnon-flexible , due to close collaboration required with key departments during rollout.Compensation:€50,000 – €60,000 total packageRelocation package available , includingrelocation assistance for family .Candidates must holdEU citizenshipor anexisting Spanish work permit .The companycannot sponsor or transfer work visas(e.g. Highly Qualified Visa).Support provided for relocation logistics, documentation, and local registration. xsgfvud Recruitment ProcessCV review and first interviewwithAlejandro MartínezSecond interviewwith theClient Finance teamto assess skills, motivation, and organizational fit.Final interviewwith theCOOand key stakeholders involved in the procurement transformation project.#J-18808-Ljbffr