Sr. Category Buyer

If you're here, it's because you're looking for an exciting ride.  A ride that will fuel up your ambitions to take on a new challenge and stretch yourself beyond your comfort zone.  We'll deliver a non-vanilla culture built on talent, where we work to amplify the impact on millions of people, paving the way forward together.  Not your usual app. We are the fastest-growing multi-category app connecting millions of users with businesses, and couriers, offering on-demand services from more than 170,000 local restaurants, grocers and supermarkets, and high street retail stores. We operate in more than 1500 cities across 23 countries.  Together we revolutionise the way people connect with their everyday needs, from delivering essentials to connecting our ecosystem of users through innovative solutions powered by technology. For us, every day is filled with purpose. What makes our ride unique?  Our culture and strong values.  Our career development philosophy.  Our commitment to being a force for good. We have a vision: Building the largest marketplace in your city, to give access to anything in minutes. And this is where your ride starts. YOUR MISSION We're looking for a passionate, proactive, and hands-on professional to be part of our Indirect Procurement department in our headquarters in Barcelona. As a Senior Category Manager at Glovo, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our indirect procurement strategy. You will be responsible for managing and optimizing our procurement processes, ensuring we get the best value for our investments while maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This is a unique opportunity to join a vibrant team and make a significant impact on our business. THE JOURNEY Develop and implement category strategies that align with Glovo's overall business objectives. Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and supplier innovation. Work closely with your internal stakeholders to define the strategy, find savings, and improve existing and new agreements. Find synergies between departments and lead projects to improve our vendor pool and performance Being flexible: this position is full of different challenges, projects, and stakeholders. WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE RIDE Experience: 3-6 years of experience in procurement, category management, or a related field.  Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask and navigate a fast-paced environment. A strategic thinker with a proactive approach. Education: A bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in Excel is a must. Fluency in English (C1) written and spoken is a must.  Great appetite to learn and get your hands dirty. Individuals representing diverse profiles, and abilities, encompassing various genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds, are less likely to apply for this role if they do not possess solid experience in 100% of these areas. Even if it seems you don't meet our musts don't let it stop you, we are all about finding the best talent out there Skills can be learned, and embracing diversity is invaluable. We believe driven talent deserves: An enticing equity plan that lets you own a piece of the action. Top-notch private health insurance to keep you at your peak. Monthly Glovo credit to satisfy your cravings Discounts on transportation, food, and even kindergarten expenses. Discounted gym memberships to keep you energized. Extra time off, the freedom to work from home two days a week, and the opportunity to work from anywhere for up to three weeks a year Enhanced parental leave, and office-based nursery. Online therapy and wellbeing benefits to ensure your mental well-being. Here at Glovo, we thrive on diversity, we believe it enhances our teams, products, and culture. We know that the best ideas come from a mashup of brilliant diverse minds. This is why we are committed to providing equal opportunities to talent from all backgrounds - all genders, racial/diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, sexual orientations and all other unique characteristics that make you YOU. We will encourage you to bring your authentic self to work, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard.  Feel free to note your pronouns in your application (e.g., she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc). So, ready to take the wheel and make this the ride of your life?  Delve into our culture by taking a peek at our Instagram and check out our Linkedin and website