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we are PEOPLESETUP, a digital HR consultancy that acts as a true partner to our clients, offering support, guidance, and solutions in everything related to people management.
Our client is an
extraordinary ScaleUp based in Madrid, a pioneer in the
production and commercialisation of organic baby food in Spain ,
leading the transformation of a category
long dominated by multinational companies. Today, it is the top‑selling Spanish brand in its category and one of the fastest‑growing online—earning it the position of market leader in organic baby food.
The project began in 2015, founded by two entrepreneurs who wanted
to offer parents natural, organic, additive‑free products —just like the ones they’d make at home. Today, the brand is available at over 7,000 points of sale across major retailers, pharmacies, organic specialty stores, and e‑commerce, which now accounts for 25% of its total sales.
They have also begun international expansion, already exporting to countries in Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
Their value proposition is built on three principles:
food is key to health, added chemicals are harmful, and all of this can be avoided through organic food in sustainable packaging. This philosophy led them to become
the first company in Spain’s organic baby food sector to be certified as a B Corp. The B Corp movement
promotes a new way of doing business and a different economic model —an international certification that recognises companies meeting high standards of environmental and social responsibility and sustainability.
The extraordinary response from consumers
(and their parents), sustained sales growth (+50% annually), and a clear roadmap focused on changing the world have also attracted the support of several specialised investment funds. This has enabled them to acquire a production facility in southern Spain and secured the resources needed to scale and turn their dream into a reality.
To achieve this, our client is looking to appoint a
PROCUREMENT MANAGER, who will join the Operations and Supply Chain team, reporting directly to the COO.
You will be responsible for leading the company’s procurement function, ensuring the availability, quality, competitiveness and efficiency of the raw materials, products, auxiliary materials and services required to support the growth of the business.
They are very careful about who joins their team, because anyone who becomes part of the team must share and reflect what makes them different. They want to be your best professional choice, and they offer you:
Everyone is a key piece. You’ll take part in a unique project.
Fair value for great work. A competitive salary package within the scope of a scaleup, including a fixed & variable salary.
Technology serves people. It permits to work remotely 60 days a year.
Learning is the key to success. You’ll continue to grow your career.
You’ll never walk alone. You’ll work alongside an amazing team.
What will your responsibilities be?
As
Procurement Manager, your main responsibilities will be:
Define, together with the
Operations Management team, the company’s
procurement strategy, ensuring alignment with
growth, efficiency, quality, sustainability and profitability
objectives.
Identify opportunities for improvement in
procurement policies,



processes, suppliers, commercial conditions and sourcing models .
Build a
medium- and long‑term vision
for the area, anticipating future needs derived from the company’s growth,
new product development
and the evolution of
production capacity .
Establish
criteria, processes and tools
that enable a more
structured, efficient, measurable and scalable
procurement function.
Define and monitor
key indicators
for the area, including
savings, product cost, supplier service levels, deadline compliance, quality, incidents, supplier concentration and supply risks .
Supplier Management and Negotiation
Lead relationships with
national and international suppliers, ensuring competitive conditions in terms of
price, quality, service, deadlines, payment terms and supply reliability .
Negotiate, close and formalise commercial agreements and contracts
with suppliers, ensuring that agreed conditions are properly documented and aligned with the company’s objectives.
Evaluate, select and approve suppliers, ensuring compliance with internal requirements related to
quality, certification, traceability, sustainability, service and competitiveness .
Develop an
alternative and robust supplier base
that helps reduce risks, improve costs, increase quality and guarantee
operational continuity .
Monitor and control existing agreements, including
prices, renewals, expiry dates, service levels, commercial conditions, supply commitments and potential reviews .
Manage
supplier incidents
in an agile and proactive manner, coordinating solutions with the teams involved and protecting the company’s interests.
Maintain a
professional, demanding and collaborative relationship
with strategic suppliers, building
sustainable, long‑term agreements .
Procurement, Procurement and Supply Chain
Manage the procurement of
raw materials, finished products, packaging, auxiliary materials and other supplies
required for the company’s activity.
Ensure the availability of materials and products in the right
time, quantity and quality, avoiding
stockouts
and guaranteeing continuity of
production and distribution .
Work in coordination with
Supply Chain, Production, Logistics, Quality and Innovation
to align procurement with
demand, production plans, launches and business needs .
Participate in
procurement planning, demand forecasts, stock levels, lead times, minimum order quantities and future supply needs .
Contribute to
process improvement
within the supply chain, incorporating best practices in
procurement, planning, data analysis and supplier management .
Provide a procurement perspective in
innovation projects, new formats, new ingredients, new suppliers and product launches .
Continuous Improvement, Market and Innovation
Continuously analyse the market for
suppliers, raw materials, packaging and solutions
applicable to the food sector.
Identify new
sourcing opportunities, alternative suppliers, materials, ingredients or solutions
that may improve
cost, quality, sustainability and efficiency .




Attend
industry trade fairs, professional events and relevant forums
to identify
trends, best practices and new opportunities
for the company.
Stay up to date on
price trends, raw material availability, supply risks, packaging innovation and relevant changes in the sector .
Drive
continuous improvement initiatives
within the procurement area, with a focus on
efficiency, cost reduction, quality, service and scalability .
Experience & Track Record
5-6 years of experience
in purchasing, procurement or sourcing roles, preferably in companies within the
food sector ,
FMCG ,
food manufacturing
or
raw materials .
Proven experience in
negotiating, closing and following up on commercial agreements and supplier contracts .
Knowledge of procurement within
Supply Chain environments, understanding the impact of procurement decisions on
production, stock, logistics, quality, service and cost .
Experience in the
approval, evaluation and development of national and international suppliers .
Knowledge of the market for
raw materials, ingredients, packaging and/or food-related products .
Strong analytical skills to work with
procurement data, prices, stock levels, consumption, forecasts, lead times, service levels and cost evolution .
Advanced command of
Excel
and experience with
ERP systems or purchasing/procurement management tools .
C1 level of English, both spoken and written, for regular interaction with international suppliers.
Availability to travel occasionally to
suppliers, trade fairs, production sites or industry events .
Strong ability in
negotiation, influence and agreement building .
Clear orientation towards
results, efficiency, cost reduction and margin improvement .
Rigour in following up on
agreements, contracts, commercial conditions and commitments made with suppliers .
Strategic vision to
build, structure and develop the procurement area .
Autonomy, proactivity and ability to work without the need for a large support structure .
Analytical and rigorous mindset in
decision-making .
Ability to work cross‑functionally with
Operations, Supply Chain, Production, Quality, Innovation, Finance and Commercial
teams.
Clear, direct and professional communication .
Ability to manage
priorities, operational pressure and supply incidents .
Practical,
hands‑on
and problem‑solving mindset.
Personal Competencies and Cultural Fit
A
non‑conformist, curious person, oriented towards continuous improvement.
Interest in projects related to
growth, healthy food, sustainability and innovation .
Ability to adapt to a
dynamic, demanding and evolving environment .
Sensitivity towards
product quality, food safety and consumer trust .
Ability to combine
strategic vision with operational execution .
Collaborative, approachable and constructive attitude .
Other Valuable Experience
Growth mindset, with a focus on the scalability of processes and culture.
Experience in
managing annual budgets .
Experience working in
startups and scaleups .
What does the selection process look like?
For us, onboarding begins the moment someone decides to apply to one of our openings. We believe every person brings unique and valuable qualities. xhfqzwm We’re an equal opportunity employer
We do not make decisions based on algorithms, nor do we use chatbots at any stage of the process.
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📌 Procurement Manager (Food Industry) (Madrid)
🏢 PeopleSetup
📍 Madrid