Haarslev is an innovative company that provides powerful processing solutions engineered to benefit the global environment. We apply many different technologies to help and enable our customers to create a cleaner, greener and more sustainable future. As part of this remarkable journey, we are looking for a Operational Purchaser for Spain. 

The job

You will report to the Team Leader of Purchasing and be a part of the Purchasing & Operations team. 

The Operational Purchaser position is focused on executing all aspects of work related to procurement of inventory parts, raw materials, supplies, equipment, and services. This includes responsibility for supporting regionally the designing and implementation of strategies to utilize inventory in support of sales and service objectives. This role will both need to support regional needs for identifying potential new vendors, build strong vendor relationships, as well as to monitor vendor performance to ensure our goals are achieved.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Actively participate when required, both utilizing our global buying power, but also when sourcing locally, to look at each purchase as an opportunity to improve the quality and cost to our customers.
  
• Help promoting global agreements locally, but also provide requirements when such agreements are to be defined and executed.
  
• Develop and maintain strong business relationships with suppliers.
  
• Control inventory cost by ensuring proper classification and maintain inventory level based on that classification.
  
• Ensure purchase orders are acknowledged correctly, confirmation is recorded properly, and notes of delays and other relevant information are communicated to the applicable department in a timely manner.
  
• Work with administration to resolve invoicing and coding issues.
  
• Work with the Production Engineer and Production Planner to ensure materials for workshop orders are purchased according to planning needs.
  
• Work diligently to continuously improve the purchasing processes both locally and globally.
  
• Comply with and promote LEAN and 5S methodologies.
  
• Coordinate with the Logistics department to reduce transportation costs and meet customer delivery expectations.

This is you or What we want from you

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or similar field is preferred.
• 2-4 years professional experience related to purchasing/procurement, ideally from company/companies with a global footprint or a global supplier base, being used to work in teams with colleagues abroad.
• Capable to work in English and Spanish. Knowledge of other languages is a plus.  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, ERP system experience is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good working knowledge of purchasing strategies and preferably knowledge on “category management”.
• Attention to detail, excellent organizational skills and accuracy is a must have; strong analytical mindset, problem solving skills, technical aptitude, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with equipment manufacturing and machine parts.
  
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Some experience in negotiating with both regional and international suppliers will be an advantage.
  
• The position requires a candidate that thrives on challenges and is driven by the need to succeed and the desire to create and realize new opportunities.
  
• Perform other duties as requested to ensure the timely completion of tasks related to purchasing and procurement.

Why Haarslev?

Join us and enjoy:

• Growth Opportunities: Chart your own professional and personal growth path in this brand-new position.
• Influence Matters: Have a say in developing your role because you're not just an employee; you're a crucial part of our journey.
• Global Team Dynamics: Work with a skilled, international team dedicated to creating a better tomorrow.
• Open Culture: Experience a supportive company culture that values your ideas and contributions.
• Work/Life Balance: We believe in a healthy work/life balance, allowing you to thrive in and out of the workplace. If your role permits, embrace the flexibility to work from home when needed.

Application

If you think this sounds like a good match, and you‘re interested in joining one of the leading processing technology companies in the world, please apply below. We do not accept applications via e-mail – you must use the online form to submit your application.

Haarslev Industries supports diversity and is committed to attracting qualified candidates who in turn embrace and appreciate diversity and inclusion. Haarslev Industries is an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept discrimination or persecution of any kind. We support uniqueness in each and encourage each individual to be themselves.

Deadline 

Send in your application no later than July 15th. Please apply as soon as possible. We keep a continuous eye on the applications we receive.

Contact

For more information, please contact Joan Garriga at joan.garriga@haarslev.com