Procurement Lead (Implementation & Transformation) - Technology Sector

Procurement Lead (Implementation & Transformation) - Technology Sector 2 days ago: Be among the first 25 applicants.We are a freelance headhunter supporting a leading technology company in its search for a Procurement Lead.The company is undergoing a major operational transformation from manual procurement processes in Excel and Google Forms to a centralized procurement software system.This strategic position reports directly to the CFO & COO and offers the opportunity to lead a project defining the company’s internal efficiency and digital maturity for years to come.Key responsibilitiesLead the full implementation of a procurement software (from vendor selection to go?live and user adoption).Map and redesign all existing manual procurement workflows to ensure automation and scalability.Collaborate with cloud service providers and suppliers for technical integration and onboarding.Define approval flows, KPIs, dashboards, and policies for cost and process control.Develop automations and data flows for real?time visibility and reporting.Work cross?functionally with IT, Legal, Finance, and Office Management to align with SOC?2 and ISO compliance standards.Act as a project manager, leading planning, communication, and change management activities.Promote transparency, process ownership, and collaboration across the organization.Requirements8+ years of progressive experience in Procurement, Sourcing, or Operations, ideally within tech, SaaS, or consulting.Proven success leading the implementation of procurement & ERP systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle, Precoro).Strong project management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.Demonstrated ability to drive process automation and cross?departmental transformation.Experience with Zapier, Jira, and similar workflow tools.Understanding of SOC?2 and ISO compliance frameworks.Fluent in English and Spanish.Willingness to relocate to Málaga (Spain) if not already based there - relocation support provided.BenefitsLocation: Málaga, Spain.Work model: Hybrid (first 2 months on?site, then 3 days/week on?site, 2 days remote).This setup is non?flexible due to close collaboration required during rollout.Compensation: €50,000 - €60,000 total package.Relocation package available, including assistance for family.Candidates must hold EU citizenship or an existing Spanish work permit.The company cannot sponsor or transfer work visas (e.g., Highly Qualified Visa).Recruitment processCV review and first interview with Alejandro Martínez.Second interview with the Client Finance team.Final interview with the COO and key stakeholders involved in the procurement transformation project.#J-*****-Ljbffr

8+ years of progressive experience in Procurement, Sourcing, or Operations, ideally within tech, SaaS, or consulting. Proven success leading the implementation of procurement & ERP systems (e.g., Coupa, SAP Ariba, Oracle, Precoro). Strong project management and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Demonstrated ability to drive process automation and cross?departmental transformation. Experience with Zapier, Jira, and similar workflow tools. Understanding of SOC?2 and ISO compliance frameworks. Fluent in English and Spanish. Willingness to relocate to Málaga (Spain) if not already based there - relocation support provided.

Location: Málaga, Spain. Work model: Hybrid (first 2 months on?site, then 3 days/week on?site, 2 days remote). This setup is non?flexible due to close collaboration required during rollout. Compensation: €50,000 - €60,000 total package. Relocation package available, including assistance for family. Candidates must hold EU citizenship or an existing Spanish work permit. The company cannot sponsor or transfer work visas (e.g., Highly Qualified Visa). Recruitment process CV review and first interview with Alejandro Martínez. Second interview with the Client Finance team. Final interview with the COO and key stakeholders involved in the procurement transformation project. #J-*****-Ljbffr