Category buyer

Join to apply for the Category buyer (Raw Materials) role at GBfoods España At GBfoods we offer culinary solutions in several countries of Europe and Africa with prestigious leading local brands, including Jumbo, Gallina Blanca, Erasco, Gino, Liebig, Star, Bama, D&L, Grand'Italia and Blå Band . Our purpose “Celebrating local flavours” is to empower and take care of each of the local communities we belong to and to bring out their authentic flavours. Some of our local brands have been in consumers' kitchens for over a century and have positioned themselves as authentically loved brands, as well as deeply rooted parts of the local culture. Today, with a turnover of around 1,4 billion euros and a team of around 3,600 people , we are the preferred choice of millions of consumers. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Category buyer (Raw Materials) to join our Procurement team in Barcelona. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing different categories, ensuring the highest quality and cost‑efficiency. Responsibilities Strategy & Planning Provide data and insight to Category Managers for strategy development (e.g., supplier performance trends, recurring issues, market analyses) Draft budget and support CatMan in its development Lead supplier homologation, performance evaluation and KPI monitoring Participate in supplier segmentation and input for risk assessments Operational Sourcing & Execution Ensure all procurement activities and business needs comply with category strategies and policies Lead execution of local tenders (RFXs), negotiate with local suppliers and contracts, including ESG clauses when needed, to drive the Sustainability strategy Contribute to executing SBU-specific initiatives Ensure correct spending categorization, contract usage, and policy compliance Monitor performance of suppliers (incl. SRM), hold recurring meetings, keep data up to date, and facilitate sustainability meetings with key suppliers when needed Support maintenance of SAP master data relevant to procurement Manage price lists and keep them up to date Support blocked invoice resolution Value Delivery Implement savings and value‑creation initiatives, contributing to overall procurement targets Perform basic cost and opportunity analyses to identify value‑creation opportunities (e.g., pricing/TCO assessments, benchmarking) Identify, formalize, and share insights with CatMan Monitor and record savings and other impacts from procurement initiatives Ensure category supports broader business initiatives (e.g., ESG, innovation) Introduce the Sustainable Sourcing Manager to suppliers if needed Cross‑functional Collaboration Collaborate closely with other functions (Finance, SC, Quality, Marketing, Sustainability, Innovation, Industrial, etc.) to align on operational priorities and ensure procurement process is followed and respected (e.g., in NPD projects) What can you expect from us? This is a great opportunity to join a big team in a multicultural and modern environment. We foster innovation, teamwork, and care for health and sustainability, which is at the center of our strategy. At GBfoods we don’t just accept our differences but fully support and celebrate them. You will be able to grow and develop your skills and career in a consolidated company in the industry and also enjoy all our benefits Benefits Meals voucher Breakfasts Corporate Gym 2 teleworking days/week Flexible compensation Free products of our brands Requirements Bachelor's degree in Economics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Proven experience as a buyer, ideally within the FMCG or other fast‑paced industry (3+ years). Proficient in using procurement tools, especially ERP & S2P (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Jaggaer). Fluency in English (French, Spanish, German, Italian as a plus, not mandatory). Strong data analytics skills (Excel) to perform assessments on offers sent (functional, business case/ROI, etc.). Skilled in communication, presentation and reporting (PowerPoint, dashboards). Strong market and supplier research across geographies and categories. Basic project management, negotiation and strategic thinking. Financial acumen to understand impact to P&L of contracts (e.g., working capital). What do we expect from you? Our values define us and we expect you to show Authenticity, Proximity, Ownership and Joy to create true GBhood Job Details Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Marketing and Sales Industry: Manufacturing #J-18808-Ljbffr