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About The Role
We are looking for a Category Specialist, Sales Equipment to establish and develop a coordinated global procurement approach for equipment supplied alongside our core products. Based in Barcelona or Madrid, you will support both our Water and Industry businesses, initially focusing on opportunities within Water.
This newly created position combines strategic category management with hands‑on procurement execution. You will analyze general purchasing data, identify sourcing synergies, consolidate suppliers, negotiate improved commercial conditions, and define frameworks that local procurement teams and sales entities can use effectively.
You will have the opportunity to shape an evolving global category, work with stakeholders across regions and functions, and make a measurable contribution to cost optimization, supplier performance, standardization,
and sales execution.
What You Will Do
- Analyze purchasing data to understand what is being purchased, by whom, from which suppliers, and in which markets.
- Develop and implement a global category strategy for sales equipment across the Water and Industry businesses.
- Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, product standardization, cost reduction, and improved commercial conditions.
- Lead sourcing initiatives, supplier selection, negotiations, and contract execution.
- Establish procurement frameworks that support sales entities and local procurement teams.
- Evaluate regional and global sourcing opportunities while considering local requirements, logistics, risk, and total cost.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and monitor performance through relevant KPIs and regular business reviews.
- Review the existing supplier base based on capability, competitiveness, quality, sustainab
📌 Category specialist (Madrid)
🏢 Sulzer
📍 Madrid