Location:
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Barcelona / Valencia, Spain
Reporting to:
Regional / Head Office
About the Company
We 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 Responsibilities
Negotiation & 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 suppliers
Shipment & 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 office
On-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 specifications
Internal Collaboration
Provide market insights, risks, and opportunities
Support procurement and production planning
Requirements
Education
Higher education in agriculture, food industry, logistics, or economics
Work Experience
Minimum
5 years of experience
in procurement of agricultural products/raw materials in Spain
Proven hands-on experience xqbhyrx in:
Negotiating with local producers
Working with farmers or processing companies
Experience with
olives and/or olive oil
is a strong advantage
Professional 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)