Location: Barcelona / Valencia, SpainReporting to: Regional / Head OfficeAbout the CompanyWe are a fast-growing startup within an international trading group, expanding our presence in Europe through the opening of a new office in Barcelona (Catalonia).We are looking for a proactive and experienced Purchasing Manager who will become a key independent figure responsible for establishing and developing the company’s procurement processes. This is a unique opportunity to build an efficient procurement system from scratch in an international environment and play a critical role in the company’s growth and scaling in Spain.Key ResponsibilitiesNegotiation & Contracting- Conduct negotiations on pricing, volumes, and supply terms for raw materials and finished products- Align product specifications (varieties, acidity levels, organoleptic characteristics, etc.)- Conclude contracts and framework agreements with suppliersShipment & Logistics Coordination- Coordinate shipments (interaction with suppliers and logistics partners)- Monitor timelines, volumes,



and accuracy of dispatched goods- Prepare supporting documentation in collaboration with the back officeOn-site Quality Control- Organize and/or conduct quality inspections at supplier facilities- Collect samples and coordinate with laboratories- Ensure compliance of products with agreed standards and specificationsInternal Collaboration- Provide market insights, risks, and opportunities- Support procurement and production planningRequirementsEducation- Higher education in agriculture, food industry, logistics, or economicsWork Experience- Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement of agricultural products/raw materials in Spain- Proven hands-on experience in:- Negotiating with local producers- Working with farmers or processing companies- Experience with olives and/or olive oil is a strong advantageProfessional Skills & Knowledge- Understanding of agricultural supply chains, including international supply chains- Knowledge of legal principles of international trade- Basic understanding of quality standards for olive oil and olives- Strong negotiation skills and ability to secure commercial terms- Ability to work independently “in the field”Languages- Spanish — fluent (C1–C2)- English — fluent (C1–C2)

📌 Purchasing Manager (Palenciana)
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📍 Palenciana