ph3About Stark /h3 pStark builds the world’s most powerful electric motorcycles. From the VARG MX to the road-legal VARG EX SM, our bikes have won world championships and are engineered to outperform anything with a combustion engine. /p pWe’re based in Sant Boi, Barcelona, growing fast (77% year‑on‑year), and building a team that will take us even further. If you want to work on a product that people are genuinely obsessed with, this is it. /p pStark will become the integral market leader in premium motorcycles. Building premium motorcycles requires innovation and we need your help to make us succeed in building the backend for our AI systems. /p pOur mission is to lead the way towards a sustainable motorcycle industry, by reducing plastic and CO2 pollution. /p pThis will be achieved by building sustainable products that are superior to traditional technology in terms of Performance, Emotion and Design. /p h3The Role /h3 pStark Future aims to become the global market leader in premium electric motorcycles. We are seeking a motivated bPurchasing Category Manager /b to lead our bEMS and PCBA /b Category. /p pThis role is dedicated to sourcing high‑performance electronics, specialized PCBA components, and complex electronic assemblies essential to our product excellence. The Category Manager will build robust relationships with global electronic component distributors and EMS providers to ensure we hit aggressive cost, quality, and delivery targets in a fast‑moving, dynamic environment. /p pThis role reports directly to the Purchasing Director. You will work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to provide optimal supply assurance and technical performance. /p h3What You'll Do /h3 ul liStrategic Sourcing:



Identify and select world‑class EMS providers and manufacturers for PCBA and electronic subassemblies. /li liRelationship Management: Build and motivate strategic partners to prioritize Stark’s high‑tech requirements. /li liCommercial Ownership: Manage RFI's, RFP's, and RFQ's; ensure NDAs and Master Purchase Agreements are in place before business initiation. /li liTechnology Integration: Find suppliers capable of integrating cutting‑edge electronic technologies to increase performance and sustainability. /li liCost Inventory Control: Drive price negotiations and continual cost reduction activities while minimizing stock value without risking "out of stock" scenarios. /li liMarket Intelligence: Monitor global semiconductor market conditions, technology roadmaps, and identify supply/demand challenges (e.g., component shortages). /li liCross‑Functional Leadership: Lead vendor selection with engineering teams and collaborate with Production Engineering to implement Lean and Just‑in‑Time (JIT) philosophies. /li /ul h3What You Will Bring To Stark /h3 ul liExperience: Minimum of 5 years of senior sourcing experience, specifically within the EMS, PCBA, or high‑tech electronics sectors. /li liTechnical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of the global mechanical supplier landscape (Tier 1 Tier 2) for precision components and assemblies. /li liPassionate about sustainability and a will to change the world for the better. /li liResults oriented, highly analytical and organized.



Used to using data to drive decision‑making. /li liExcellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage with all levels of business stakeholders. /li liAbility to manage and prioritize multiple work streams simultaneously. /li liFluent in English is a must, Spanish is desired. /li liBachelor's degree in business administration, or engineering. /li /ul h3Why work with us? /h3 ul liThe chance to work on a product people are genuinely passionate about. /li liA fast‑growing company with real momentum. /li liA creative, international team based in Barcelona. /li liCompetitive salary and benefits package. /li liDirect access to riders, race teams, and the product — this is not a remote‑from‑the‑product role. /li liSubsidized lunch in our in‑house restaurant. /li liFree access to our in‑house gym (including weekends!). /li li30 days of paid vacation. /li /ul pAt Stark, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. /p pWe are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, neurodiversity, or disability, feels a true sense of belonging. We believe that diverse teams make better decisions and that a culture of equity is a prerequisite for innovation. /p pAccessibility: If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process (such as assistive technology, extra time, or a specific format), please let us know at We are here to support you. /p pWe encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are excited to see how your unique perspective can help us grow. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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