About The Job Ecolab has an opening for a

Procurement Representative

(French-speaking) within the

Equipment Manufacturing Procurement Team , based in

Barcelona (ES) . This role is well suited for a commercial‑minded procurement professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, international environment and engaging in strategic sourcing activities rather than daily on‑site operations.

Job Overview The Procurement Representative will support

category and sourcing activities for direct materials , with a strong focus on

commercial topics such as Total Delivered Cost (TDC), supplier strategies, negotiations, and contract management . The role contributes to procurement initiatives at local, regional and reports to the Procurement Manager. High performers can expect

career progression opportunities

within Ecolab Procurement or broader Supply Chain leadership roles.

What You Will Do

Support and deploy Total Delivered Cost (TDC) sourcing processes, tools, and methodologies to drive cost optimization and value creation

Develop, manage, and execute sourcing and savings projects, including pipeline development, project execution, financial validation, and performance tracking

Identify, develop, and implement sourcing strategies for direct materials, including tail vendors, to reduce total cost while improving supply security

Lead or support commercial negotiations with suppliers, including pricing, contracts, and long‑term agreements

Manage and monitor supplier performance, including cost, delivery reliability, service level, and risk exposure

Collaborate cross‑functionally with R&D;, Supply Chain, Quality, Marketing,



and Sales during new product and machine developments to anticipate future sourcing needs

Monitor supplier markets and industry trends, assess risks and opportunities, and provide commercial recommendations to internal stakeholders

Lead or coordinate alternative supplier qualification initiatives from a commercial perspective

Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement to enhance efficiency, transparency, and results

Support the implementation and continuous improvement of procurement systems and processes, including ERP (SAP) deployment activities

Collaborate effectively with Ecolab’s European and general procurement teams to align strategies and share best practices

Investigate, coordinate, and resolve supply risks or disruptions, including force majeure situations, with clear stakeholder communication

Responsibilities Key Responsibilities and Autonomy

Ensure continuity of supply for assigned categories

Drive cost, quality, and delivery performance for purchased components

Contribute to achieving procurement and business financial targets

Autonomy

Lead supplier price and commercial negotiations

Negotiate and manage supplier contracts

Support supplier selection and sourcing decisions

Lead or contribute to cross‑functional procurement projects

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance,



or a related field OR High School Diploma with at least 2 years of relevant procurement experience

Fluency in English and French (spoken and written)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in strategic or operational procurement, preferably with direct materials

Exposure to equipment manufacturing or industrial environments

Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation skills

Clear communication and presentation abilities

Result‑driven mindset with strong accountability and ownership

Experience with ERP systems

About Ecolab At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Ecolab’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I;) reflects our longstanding value of working together to integrate diverse persp

📌 Procurement Representative (Madrid)
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