Madrid, HybridAbout SwissportWe are a global leader in sustainable and responsible airport services provision, renowned for our unwavering commitment to safety, operational excellence, and exceptional service, shaping a future where air travel thrives on reliability, efficiency, and experience. In 2023, with the support of more than 60,000 colleagues, Swissport provided best-in-class airport ground services for some 232 million airline passengers and handled roughly 4.7 million tons of air freight at 115 cargo centres. Across a general network that is unparalleled in the industry, Swissport served airlines at 286 airports in 44 countries across six continents.

They capture the essence of who we are at Swissport and help us deliver value across the entire company."Strengthen Governance. Shape the Future of Procurement. Are you passionate about transforming procurement into a strategic business enabler?

Do you enjoy combining strategic thinking, data-driven insights, technology and sustainability to deliver measurable business value? We are looking for an ambitious and forward-thinking Procurement Excellence Manager to strengthen supplier risk management, accelerate sustainable procurement and drive digital transformation across the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a procurement professional who wants to make a tangible impact by building more efficient, resilient, sustainable and technology-enabled procurement operations.

The OpportunityAs Procurement Excellence Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the organisation's procurement strategy, focusing on five key pillars: Strengthen supplier due diligence, risk assessment, compliance and performance monitoring, ensuring robust governance and resilient supplier relationships.

Sustainable Procurement & ESG: Embed sustainability throughout the procurement lifecycle, drive alignment with ISO 20400 standards and support the achievement and maintenance of sustainability accreditations, including EcoVadis Platinum.

Procurement Transformation &

• Operational Excellence: Lead process redesign, standardisation, continuous improvement and the optimisation of Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes. Digitalisation, Automation &

• AI: Accelerate procurement digitalisation through technology adoption, workflow automation, system integration and practical applications of AI to enhance efficiency, visibility and decision-making. Data, Analytics &

• Performance Management: Turn procurement data into actionable business intelligence through executive dashboards, supplier scorecards, spend analytics and performance KPIs, tracking savings,



and procurement ROI.Supplier Risk Management &

• GovernanceLead supplier onboarding and due diligence, including financial assessments, background checks, compliance verification and performance evaluations. Partner with Procurement, Legal, Compliance, IT and Operations to ensure effective risk mitigation and supplier governance. Establish executive reporting and risk dashboards to monitor supplier performance, emerging risks and mitigation actions.Sustainable Procurement &

• ESGLead the implementation and continuous improvement of sustainable procurement practices, aligned with ISO 20400 and corporate ESG commitments. Develop and maintain procurement sustainability policies, frameworks and procedures. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to improve sustainability performance across the supply chain.

Procurement

Transformation &

• Operational ExcellenceDrive procurement transformation initiatives, leading process redesign, harmonisation, standardisation and operational efficiency improvements. Identify opportunities to simplify and optimise procurement processes across the Source-to-Pay and Source-to-Contract lifecycle. Establish best practices, governance frameworks and performance standards across procurement operations. Lead and govern Procurement PMO activities, including transformation roadmaps, project governance, stakeholder engagement, KPI tracking, change management and benefits realisation.Digital Procurement, Technology &

• AISupport the implementation, optimisation and adoption of digital procurement platforms. Identify opportunities for process automation, digital workflows and integration with ERP, contract management and supplier management systems. Drive technology adoption through effective change management, stakeholder engagement and user training.Procurement Analytics &

• Performance ManagementDevelop executive dashboards, procurement scorecards and management reporting using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Smartsheet and advanced Excel. Analyse procurement spend, supplier performance, savings and procurement ROI to identify opportunities and drive business value. Apply statistical and predictive analytics to identify supplier risk indicators,



performance trends and potential supply chain disruptions. Translate complex data into meaningful insights, recommendations and actionable improvement plans for senior management.Leadership &

• Capability DevelopmentBuild procurement team capabilities through structured competency frameworks, training, coaching and knowledge sharing. Develop strong relationships with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, influencing decisions and driving alignment around procurement priorities. What We're Looking ForWe are seeking a strategic, analytical and hands-on procurement professional who combines strong procurement knowledge with transformation capabilities and a passion for innovation.

Experience & Education5–10 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Procurement Excellence, Procurement Transformation or Digital Transformation. Proven track record of leading procurement transformation, process improvement and operational excellence initiatives within complex organisations. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Risk Management or a related discipline.

Professional certifications such as CSCP, CRM or other procurement and risk management qualifications are advantageous. Excellent command of written and spoken Business English, including commercial, contractual and legal terminology. Technical & Professional ExpertiseStrong understanding of supplier risk management, vendor due diligence, procurement governance and supplier performance management.

Knowledge of sustainable procurement principles, ISO 20400 and ESG frameworks.

Experience with P2P, S2C, contract management and supplier management processes. Hands-on experience implementing or optimising procurement technology platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa or Zycus. Strong data analytics and visualisation capabilities, particularly Power BI, Tableau and Excel.

Experience developing executive dashboards, spend analytics, supplier scorecards and procurement KPIs. Understanding of predictive analytics, statistical analysis and data-driven risk assessment. Practical exposure to AI applications, automation and digital procurement initiatives. Strong project management, stakeholder engagement and change management capabilities.

The Ideal

CandidateYou are a results-oriented professional who can connect procurement strategy with operational execution. Above all, you understand that procurement excellence is not simply about process efficiency — it is about creating sustainable value, mitigating risk, enabling innovation and delivering measurable business impact.

📌 SAP Procurement Manager (Madrid)
🏢 Swissport
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