Europe Procurement Leader Job Description

Become part of the team powering household names like Andrex®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Viva®, and WypAll®. At Arbex, everything you need is right here—innovation, growth, and the chance to leave a real mark.

You were made to create what’s next: you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on bringing order to complexity and driving continuous improvement. You hold the big picture while mastering the details, making sure every product, process, and partnership moves with precision and purpose. You lead with the highest standards of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always turning today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide. We’ll be Unstoppable Together.

About You

In one of our Supply Chain roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the centre.

Job responsibilities

- Own Europe procurement P&L; — $30–40M annual savings target across 11-person team
- Build regional category management capability across 6 categories (Chemicals, Packaging, Recycled Fiber, Freight, ECM, MRO & Indirect)
- Lead multi-country supplier negotiations; manage complex cross-border contracts
- Interface with ABU GM and country Finance leads on cost structure and forecasts
- Drive transformation: centralization, process standardization, e-procurement rollout
- Manage regulatory complexity across EU markets (CSRD, conflict minerals, etc.)




- Develop talent pipeline — coaching category managers and buyers

To succeed in this role

- 12+ yrs procurement leadership with European multi-country scope
- Category expertise in 2+ of: Chemicals, Packaging, Logistics, Indirect
- Proven savings track record at scale (>$15M/year portfolio)
- Experience managing teams across multiple EU jurisdictions
- Fluent English required; German, French or Dutch a significant advantage
- M&A; integration or post-merger harmonization experience preferred

Total Benefits

- Market-leading pension contribution.
- Bonus scheme.
- Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximise health care options and stretch pounds when caring for yourself or dependents.
- Private Medical Insurance, great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
- Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
- Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

Flex That Works at ARBEX

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a adaptable work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect,



grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

For ARBEX to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that shape the future of tissue and hygiene, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our consumers.When you bring your original thinking to ARBEX, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Primary Location Spain -Madrid

Additional Locations

Worker Type Employee

Worker Sub-Type Regular

Time Type Full time

Thank you for your interest in Arbex. Backed by the power of over 100 years of legacy brands, we are the world’s next leading producer of consumer goods. When it comes to product development, we go beyond everyday needs to anticipate what life will require in the future—while keeping innovation, sustainability, and consumers at the core of every decision. From fibre to shelf, and beyond, we act with intention at every step of the way. Because scale isn’t measured by size, it’s determined by positive impact. And that’s how we deliver what the world needs next.

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📌 Europe Procurement Leader (Madrid)
🏢 Kimberly-Clark
📍 Madrid