Job Description
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You’re an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a part of your future! At B. Braun, we protect and improve the health of people worldwide. You support this vision, bringing expertise and sharing innovation, efficiency and sustainability as values. That’s why we would like to keep developing our company with you. Keeping your future in mind, we’re making a joint contribution to health care worldwide, with trust, transparency and appreciation. That's Sharing Expertise.
Energy/ Utilities Expert Procurement Strategic Purchaser
Company: B. Braun Medical, S.A. U.
Job Posting Location: Rubí, Barcelona, Spain
Functional Area: Purchasing
Working Model: Hybrid
Requisition ID: 12142
Location: Europe
Department: Global Indirect Procurement
Reporting line: Direct reporting line to the Director Global Category Cluster
We are looking for a Global Category Manager (m/f/d) for Utilities for our global indirect procurement organization at the earliest possible date.
Department Overview
The Utilities & Sterilization Services department is responsible for the strategic procurement of external services and products in the areas of energy supply (including electricity, gas, steam) and sterilization services. We act as a proactive business partner to internal functions and production sites, aiming to achieve optimal results across the dimensions of quality, supply security, sustainability, innovation, risk, and cost.
The key to successful procurement lies in cross-functional and global collaboration, as well as a deep understanding of technical requirements and regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Development and implementation of a global category strategy within the overall global energy procurement strategy
Representation of procurement towards external business partners and senior management
Monitoring of markets, as well as analysis of innovation and technology trends
Negotiation and conclusion of energy contracts with a strong focus on risk and cost optimization
Monitoring regulatory developments in energy markets and deriving required actions
Collaboration with internal stakeholders (e.g., sustainability team, facility management, finance)
Responsibility for CSRD-relevant procurement measures including PPAs, ESG integration, and reporting support
Professional Qualifications
Degree in business administration, engineering, energy economics, or comparable
Several years of experience in strategic energy procurement
Solid knowledge of energy markets (electricity and gas)
Experience with PPAs and sustainability strategies
Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes
Fluency in English and Spanish; German is an advantage
Proficiency with digital tools and MS Office
SAP knowledge is a plus
Personal Competencies
Strong strategic mindset and analytical skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
High level of initiative and responsibility
Team player with intercultural competence
Affinity for sustainability and innovation
B. Braun Medical, S.A. U. | Soledad Barragán López
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