Regional Category Manager Professional Services DACH, EE, NCE

For our offices in Alcobendas (Madrid), we are looking for a Regional Category Manager Professional Services DACH, EE, NCE.

Main duties:

• Develop, implement, and continuously refine the category strategy for Professional Services and related indirect spend areas, ensuring alignment with overall procurement and business objectives.
• Execute the category strategy through high‑quality tenders, competitive negotiations, supplier evaluation, and structured supplier relationship management.
• Partner closely with procurement managers and key stakeholders across functions to communicate, align, and operationalize procurement strategies effectively.
• Identify, quantify, and deliver cost‑saving opportunities, ensuring achievement of annual savings targets while maintaining service quality and risk‑mitigated supply.
• Build and maintain an optimal portfolio of global, regional, and local suppliers, ensuring the right balance of competition, innovation, capability, and resilience.
• Manage total category spend with a holistic, end‑to‑end supply chain perspective to achieve best‑in‑class cost structures, value creation, and process efficiency.
• Drive internationalization of procurement activities, promoting harmonization, standardization, and cross‑country sourcing synergies.
• Lead continuous improvement by optimizing procurement processes, tools, policies, KPIs, and governance frameworks.
• Ensure full compliance with procurement policies, processes, contractual standards, and digital tools (e.g., Ariba, S2P systems).
• Analyze market trends, benchmarking data, and supplier performance to proactively adjust category strategies.
• Manage risks, including contractual, operational, and supply‑market risks, with clear mitigation plans.
• Support strategic initiatives such as sustainability programs, supplier innovation, and digital transformation within procurement.

• Residence in Madrid is a must.
• Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of procurement experience, ideally in Indirect Procurement (e.g., Professional Services such as Marketing, Business & Technical Services, Financial Services, Legal Services, Consulting Services).
• Demonstrated category‑specific market and industry knowledge with the ability to translate insights into sourcing strategies.
• Strong cultural awareness and experience working with international teams and suppliers.
• Profound expertise in international contract management, including negotiation of complex commercial agreements.
• Proven experience operating in complex matrix as well as centralized organizational structures.
• Strong project management skills, with a track record of leading cross‑functional initiatives end‑to‑end.
• Significant negotiation experience across global supplier markets, including handling multi‑million‑euro agreements.
• Proficiency with procurement systems; SAP Ariba and Source‑to‑Pay (S2P) tools are considered a strong advantage.
• Additional experience with data analytics, TCO models, and supplier risk management is a plus.

Other Skills & Competencies:

• Fluent English (C1 level); German is optional but beneficial (B2 level).
• Ability to lead and influence international and culturally diverse teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to network, build trust, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Deep understanding of global business practices and international supply markets.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and make data‑driven decisions.
• Demonstrated ownership mindset, accountability, and resilience — taking responsibility for both successes and setbacks.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate complex procurement topics clearly.
• High level of integrity, business acumen, and a continuous‑improvement mindset.
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, dynamic environments and manage multiple priorities effectively.

We offer:

• Attractive compensation package aligned with experience, responsibilities, and international exposure
• Private health insurance plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model (up to two days per week remote)
• 23 days of vacation per year
• Great work environment as part of a collaborative team
• Continuous internal training and career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally
• The opportunity to join a company recognized as a Top Employer 2026