POSITION SNAPSHOTJobReq ID: 55237Type of work: HybridType of contract: Open-ended/permanentFull/Part Time: Full timeSalary Range:Location:Bilbao, ES Zaventem, BEAbout Us
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.About The Role
Job Purpose
The EMEA Category Sourcing Lead - MRO & Consumables is accountable for MRO & Consumables strategy implementation across EMEA with secondary support to Bridgestone North America/Latin America. This role ensures compliance with regional regulations, drives cost optimization, and fosters supplier innovation while supporting ESG and sustainability goals. The position requires strong analytical skills, cultural agility, and expertise in digital procurement tools to deliver measurable value across diverse markets.Category scope includes: Consumables, Uniforms, Safety supplies, Spare Parts, and other as needed.Responsibilities
Own end‑to‑end category strategies delivering measurable cost savings, supply assurance, and value creation across EMEA manufacturing sitesLead and engage suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify and implement cost reduction opportunitiesProvide procurement support to all functional areas, ensuring procurement representation in issues related to meeting business requirementsAnalyze market trends and report substantial issues and resolution plan(s)



to management when applicableDevelop sourcing strategies and working plans and drive implementation to completion (commodity & supplier strategies)Resolve issues related to quality, cost, delivery, and innovationEnable a Continuous Improvement mindset, embracing PDCA and Deming Plan principlesManage and enhance supplier performance through standardized processes and continuous improvement across quality, cost, delivery, and serviceEnsure strong stakeholder alignment with plants, business partners, finance, and technical teamsQualifications & Experience Required
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field required;
advanced degree preferredPreferred certifications: CPMExperience
Strategic and/or Operational Procurement experience (5+ years)Prior commodity and/or materials buying experienceExperience managing Direct and/or Indirect goods and/or services in centralized, decentralized, or plant environmentsTechnical Skills
Category knowledge of MRO/Consumables (Manufacturing Parts, Tooling, Process Aids, Chemicals, and Rubber Industry)Experience with digital sourcing tools and data analytics for general sourcing decisionsSAP knowledge and procurement digital tools (Fairmarket, Ariba, E‑Catalogue)Contract development, management, and oversightSpend analysis, costing models, SWOT analysis, target costing, and clean sheet analysisTail spend managementSupplier risk assessment and mitigation strategiesUnderstanding of EU regulatory and compliance requirements,



including GDPR and sustainability directivesLanguages
Fluent in EnglishSoft / Behavioral Skills
Ability to multitask and adapt priorities quicklyStrong communication skillsAdvanced planning and analytical capabilityComplex problem‑solving skills and ability to coordinate cross‑functional resolutionStrong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skillsAbility to work across cultures and manage suppliers across multiple time zonesCustomer‑oriented mindsetFocus on ESG and sustainability complianceWhat We Offer
At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment;
we will provide you:A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.Corporate Social Responsibility activities.A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.A diverse and inclusive team.We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment.This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.
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📌 Emea Category Sourcing Lead - Mro & Consumables (Madrid)
🏢 Bridgestone EMEA
📍 Madrid