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Procurement Manager - Site & Maintenance services (m/f/d)

Job ID: 41762  |  Location: Tarragona, Tarragona, Spain | Work Model: Hybrid Total Target Cash €59,250.00 - €79,000.00*    

 

Clariant is a globally active, purpose-led specialty chemicals company committed to sustainability, innovation, and creating value for customers, employees, and society. We are looking for a driven Procurement Manager – Site & Maintenance Services to join our regional Procurement team based in Tarragona or Barcelona, Spain. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a substantial regional procurement portfolio, delivering and developing sourcing strategies, and supply solutions for our strategic procurement category STEP (Site & Maintenance Services, Technical Equipment and Packaging) with a focus on services. Reporting to the regional Category Manager, you will play a pivotal role in achieving meaningful cost efficiencies through strategic procurement initiatives.


Responsibilities

  • Implement, execute and further develop regional sourcing strategies for site & maintenance services
  • Negotiate and conclude contracts and supply agreements for a delegated portfolio of regional services
  • Manage procurement activities for capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery
  • Drive measurable savings and value contributions through strategic procurement projects
  • Execute and manage Clariant procurement tools including SAP, SLM, Pinpools, QNS, contracts, and EcoVadis
  • Conduct market research to identify and develop new suppliers and alternative sourcing concepts
  • Monitor and analyze market developments within the area of responsibility
  • Build and manage relationships with strategic suppliers, ensuring performance, compliance, and long-term value
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration and maintain clear, proactive communication with internal stakeholders
  • Support the development of category strategies
  • Uphold full compliance with Clariant's procurement standards, policies, and ethical guidelines

 

Requirements

  • Degree in Business, Operations, or Procurement or an Engineering, Chemical, or Technical degree combined with a solid commercial background
  • 2+ years of experience in a business function, preferably in procurement or supply chain
  • Experience in writing, reviewing, and negotiating supply and service contracts
  • Proficiency in SAP, particularly in procurement modules
  • Solid command of MS Office tools
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken); German language skills are a significant advantage
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder influencing skills
  • High standards of integrity, compliance awareness, and ethical conduct
  • Team-oriented and collaborative, with the ability to work effectively across functions and countries

 

Our Offer

  • * Total Target Cash includes base salary and annual bonus; final offer based on skills and experience
  • Manage a significant regional procurement portfolio with real business influence
  • Grow your skills within a professional, international environment and a well-structured Supply Chain function
  • Be part of a company that places sustainability and responsible business at the core of its strategy
  • Work within a cross-functional, diverse team that values ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement
  • Attractive compensation and benefits aligned with Clariant's global standards

 

Your Contact

Rodrigo Wintersteller
Talent Acquisition Partner EMEA
Tel. +49 (0)69/305-80582

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Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.


At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. 

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