ppPOSITION SNAPSHOT /ppJobReq ID: 55237 /ppType of work: Hybrid /ppType of contract: Open-ended/permanent /ppFull/Part Time: Full time /ppSalary Range: /ppLocation: /ppBilbao, ES Zaventem, BE /ph3About Us /h3pBridgestone 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. /ph3About The Role /h3h3Job Purpose /h3pThe 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. /ppCategory scope includes: Consumables, Uniforms, Safety supplies, Spare Parts, and other as needed. /ph3Responsibilities /h3ulliOwn end‑to‑end category strategies delivering measurable cost savings, supply assurance, and value creation across EMEA manufacturing sites /liliLead and engage suppliers and internal stakeholders to identify and implement cost reduction opportunities /liliProvide procurement support to all functional areas, ensuring procurement representation in issues related to meeting business requirements /liliAnalyze market trends and report substantial issues and resolution plan(s)



to management when applicable /liliDevelop sourcing strategies and working plans and drive implementation to completion (commodity supplier strategies) /liliResolve issues related to quality, cost, delivery, and innovation /liliEnable a Continuous Improvement mindset, embracing PDCA and Deming Plan principles /liliManage and enhance supplier performance through standardized processes and continuous improvement across quality, cost, delivery, and service /liliEnsure strong stakeholder alignment with plants, business partners, finance, and technical teams /li /ulh3Qualifications Experience Required /h3h3Education /h3ulliBachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field required; advanced degree preferred /liliPreferred certifications: CPM /li /ulh3Experience /h3ulliStrategic and/or Operational Procurement experience (5+ years) /liliPrior commodity and/or materials buying experience /liliExperience managing Direct and/or Indirect goods and/or services in centralized, decentralized, or plant environments /li /ulh3Technical Skills /h3ulliCategory knowledge of MRO/Consumables (Manufacturing Parts, Tooling, Process Aids, Chemicals, and Rubber Industry) /liliExperience with digital sourcing tools and data analytics for global sourcing decisions /liliSAP knowledge and procurement digital tools (Fairmarket, Ariba, E‑Catalogue) /liliContract development, management, and oversight /liliSpend analysis, costing models, SWOT analysis, target costing, and clean sheet analysis /liliTail spend management /liliSupplier risk assessment and mitigation strategies /liliUnderstanding of EU regulatory and compliance requirements,



including GDPR and sustainability directives /li /ulh3Languages /h3ulliFluent in English /li /ulh3Soft / Behavioral Skills /h3ulliAbility to multitask and adapt priorities quickly /liliStrong communication skills /liliAdvanced planning and analytical capability /liliComplex problem‑solving skills and ability to coordinate cross‑functional resolution /liliStrong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills /liliAbility to work across cultures and manage suppliers across multiple time zones /liliCustomer‑oriented mindset /liliFocus on ESG and sustainability compliance /li /ulh3What We Offer /h3pAt 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: /pulliA supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. /liliThe opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. /liliCorporate Social Responsibility activities. /liliA truly integral, dynamic and challenging work environment. /liliAgility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. /liliA diverse and inclusive team. /li /ulpWe 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. /ppThis 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 EMEA Category Sourcing Lead - MRO & Consumables (Bilbao)
🏢 Bridgestone EMEA
📍 Bilbao