SDI International is a integral procurement and workforce solutions partner helping organizations optimize tail spend, strengthen strategic sourcing and manage extended workforce programs.Founded in 1992, SDI is a woman-owned, woman-managed organization grounded in strong principles and long-standing relationships. We turn fragmented processes into high-performing operating models that deliver measurable, sustained value.Currently we are looking for a Senior Buyer based in Spain who will support a strategic Source-to-Contract program for a global industrial organization in France. The Senior Buyer will act as the primary day-to-day sourcing contact for business stakeholders and will independently manage sourcing initiatives from intake through supplier selection and commercial contract execution. The role will focus primarily on industrial and manufacturing-related categories, with individual sourcing projects generally ranging from €50K to €500K.Major Responsibilities:- Manage end-to-end Source-to-Contract activities across assigned sourcing projects.- Receive and assess sourcing requests, clarify requirements and define appropriate sourcing strategies.- Partner directly with business stakeholders throughout the sourcing lifecycle.- Develop and execute RFQs, RFPs and other competitive sourcing events.- Conduct market analysis and commercial benchmarking to evaluate supplier quotations and identify negotiation opportunities.- Lead supplier negotiations focused on pricing, commercial terms,



savings and cost avoidance.- Perform commercial evaluations and support supplier selection recommendations.- Coordinate supplier communications, clarifications and follow-up throughout sourcing events.- Identify and evaluate alternative suppliers, including opportunities to expand the supplier base into Asian markets where appropriate.- Coordinate SOW and commercial contracting activities following supplier selection, working within established client templates, policies and approval processes.- Maintain complete sourcing records, documentation, evaluations and negotiation history.- Manage multiple concurrent sourcing projects while meeting agreed timelines and service levels.- Provide regular case updates and proactively identify risks, delays or issues requiring escalation.- Support achievement and reporting of sourcing savings, cost avoidance, compliance and stakeholder satisfaction targets.Category ExperienceSuccessful candidates should have strong sourcing experience within industrial, manufacturing and/or capital equipment environments.



Relevant experience may include:- Production and assembly equipment- Automated manufacturing equipment and production lines- Industrial automation and robotics- Testing and control equipment- Metal and plastic transformation equipment- PCBA assembly and testing equipment- Welding, laser and other specialized manufacturing equipment- Packaging and conveyor systems- Other production, logistics and measurement equipmentRequired Qualifications:- 6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or category management.- Demonstrated experience independently executing end-to-end sourcing projects.- Strong industrial/manufacturing procurement experience.- Proven experience with RFQ/RFP processes, supplier negotiations, benchmarking and commercial analysis.- Experience managing sourcing projects with significant commercial value and multiple stakeholders.- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.- Ability to independently manage a high-volume sourcing pipeline and competing priorities.- Strong commercial and analytical capabilities.- Experience supporting commercial contracts and SOW execution.- Native or advanced professional proficiency of French language – mandatory.- Professional proficiency of English language – mandatory.Preferred Qualifications:- Experience sourcing from or developing suppliers within Asia.- Experience within a multinational industrial or manufacturing organization.- Experience sourcing capital equipment and manufacturing technology.- Familiarity with structured procurement governance, savings methodologies and sourcing compliance requirements.- Experience working within a managed services or outsourced procurement environment.

📌 Senior Buyer (Madrid)
🏢 SDI International
📍 Madrid