Category buyer

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, among others.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.Strategy & PlanningProvide 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 developmentLead supplier homologation, performance evaluation and KPI monitoringParticipate in supplier segmentation and input for risk assessmentsOperational Sourcing & ExecutionEnsure all procurement activities and business needs are in compliance with category strategies and policiesLead execution of local tenders (RFXs), negotiation with local suppliers and contracts, including ESG clauses when needed, to drive the Sustainability strategyContribute to executing SBU-specific initiatives.Ensure correct spending categorization, contract usage, and policy complianceMonitor performance of suppliers (incl. SRM), have recurring meetings with them, ensure up-to-date data, and facilitate meetings on sustainability with key suppliers when neededSupport the maintenance of SAP master data relevant to procurementManage price lists and ensure they are up to dateSupport blocked invoices resolutionValue DeliveryImplement savings and value creation initiatives, contributing to overall procurement targetsPerform basic cost and opportunity analyses to identify value creation opportunities (e.g., Pricing / TCO assessments, benchmarking)Identify, formalize, and share insights with CatManMonitor and record savings and other impacts from procurement initiativesEnsure category supports broader business initiatives (e.g., ESG, innovation)Introduce the Sustainable Sourcing Manager to suppliers if neededCross-functional collaborationCollaborate 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 and team work, and we care for health and sustainability, which is at the center of our strategy. At GBfoods we don’t just accept our differences but we 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 benefitsMeals voucherBreakfastsCorporate Gym2 teleworking days / weekFlexible compensationFree products of our brandsAnd moreRequirementsBachelor'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 of experience).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 categoriesBasic project management, negotiation and strategic thinkingFinancial 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#J-18808-Ljbffr