HEAD OF PURCHASING (COMPRAS)

Are you a seasoned procurement leader with deep expertise in the pharmaceutical sector or a passionate procurement leader looking to take the next step in your career?
Promofarma by DocMorris is looking for a dynamic and hands-on Head of Purchasing to lead our procurement strategy, focusing on pharmaceutical suppliers and laboratory partnerships. This is a key leadership role where you will have the opportunity to directly shape our product offering, secure high-value contracts, and drive commercial success for one of Spain’s leading online pharmacies.
Reporting directly to the CEO, you will work in close collaboration with multiple teams across the business. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring our procurement efforts are aligned with Promofarma’s broader goals and vision, contributing to long-term growth and profitability.
Tasks

Supplier Management & Negotiation: Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with pharmaceutical laboratories, distributors, and pharmacy purchasing groups across Spain. Lead high-level negotiations to secure the most competitive pricing, exclusive partnerships, and sustainable agreements.
Category Leadership: Take ownership of key pharmaceutical and health-related product categories, ensuring they meet consumer demand, maximize profitability, and align with our commercial strategy.
Hands-On Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for laboratories, developing robust partnerships and ensuring smooth execution of supply agreements. Your involvement in day-to-day negotiations will be key to securing optimal deals.
P&L Management: Oversee the Purchasing Department's P&L, setting clear revenue and margin targets, and ensuring that all procurement activities contribute to the company's financial goals.
Inventory & Supply Chain Optimization: Collaborate with the Supply Chain team to ensure product availability, optimize inventory management, and streamline logistics processes for maximum efficiency.
Market & Data Analysis: Leverage data-driven insights and market trends to make informed purchasing decisions, anticipate changes, and strengthen supplier relationships.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Marketing, Sales, and Operations to align procurement strategies with business objectives, promotional activities, and customer demands.

Requirements

Experience: 7-10 years in purchasing within the pharmaceutical industry, ideally within a distributor, pharmacy purchasing group, or online pharmacy setting. Experience in the Spanish market is essential.
Hands-On Leadership: A proactive, hands-on leader who thrives in direct supplier management and negotiations. You should be comfortable navigating complex negotiations and building long-term supplier partnerships.
Negotiation Expertise: Proven record of accomplishment of successfully negotiating favourable terms with laboratories and distributors, securing exclusive agreements, and driving value for the business.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement procurement strategies that respond to market trends, customer needs, and business goals, while delivering financial success.
Leadership & Team Development: Experience managing and mentoring a purchasing team, with a focus on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Analytical & Financial Acumen: Strong analytical skills and financial management experience, particularly in managing P&L and using data to inform business decisions.
Language Skills: Fluency in Spanish is required to manage local suppliers. Proficiency in English is a plus for managing international supplier relationships.

Benefits

Ticket restaurant 11€/day worked
25 days of holiday
Birthday day-off + 50€ voucher to spend on our website!
10% discount on our website on each purchase and up to 30% discount on DocMorris branded products
Access to corporate wellness plattform "Wellhub" (ex Gympass) with various offers on gyms, studios, guided classes, workouts and wellness app
Social benefits package. You can dedicate a part of your gross salary to Ticket Transport or Nursery
Health insurance with Sanitas is paid by Promofarma (for those who want it!)
Opportunity to participate in the employee participation program (stock options)
Access to eLearning platforms such as LinkedIn Learning

At Promofarma by DocMorris, we are committed to creating a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth. You will play a central role in shaping our procurement strategy and driving the company’s success in the fast-evolving pharmaceutical and e-commerce space. Join us and be part of an ambitious team making a real impact on the future of healthcare in Spain.