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We’re more than 85,000 people worldwide creating the industry’s most diverse portfolio: high-speed trains, metros, trams, maintenance services and integrated systems.\nMore than a job: a mission\nWe’re looking for a Project Buyer to ensure the best sourcing strategies and supplier partnerships for our projects in Madrid. This is a high-impact role where supplier performance, competitiveness and delivery reliability directly contribute to the success of critical mobility solutions. 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