Procurement Manager
Evolution is a world-leading B2B developer and provider of online live casino. The company develops, produces, markets, and licenses fully integrated Live Casino solutions to gaming operators globally since 2006. Evolution operates major studios in Latvia, Georgia, Malta, Madrid, Canada and the U.S., and is rapidly expanding to other locations around the world. Since 2015, Evolution is listed on Nasdaq Nordic.
In line with our key corporate value ALIVE, we are entrepreneurs who innovate for a living and always look for the next opportunity. We want to stay ahead and we don’t stop. Our reliability comes from our commitment to DO RIGHT by acting with integrity in everything that we do and always aiming for top-quality in our delivery. We believe that our advantage is that we WORK TOGETHER and we celebrate our diverse backgrounds as critical to our business success.
Our Alcobendas broadcasting studio serves clients across the world and operates in multiple languages. We offer a dynamic and diverse work environment with many opportunities for career growth - both locally and across our 30+ sites worldwide. Our Madrid location offers a fast-moving, multi-cultural, and dynamic work environment in Spain's central capital.
The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and implementing the global procurement strategy, managing supplier relationships, leading commercial negotiations, and overseeing warehouse and logistics operations within the Property & Studio Development Department. The responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement the global procurement strategy in line with company and departmental objectives;
- Lead RFQ, RFP, tendering, and sourcing processes across all PSD locations;
- Negotiate commercial agreements, framework contracts, and strategic supplier partnerships;
- Develop and maintain long-term relationships with key suppliers;
- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and service level agreements (SLAs);
- Manage procurement contracts in cooperation with Legal and other stakeholders;
- Oversee warehouse and logistics operations, ensuring inventory accuracy and efficient material availability;
- Develop and manage procurement budgets, forecasts, and cost optimization initiatives;
- Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and audit requirements;
- Prepare regular reports on procurement spend, savings, supplier performance, and risks;
- Lead, develop, and motivate Procurement, Warehouse, and Logistics teams;
- Drive continuous improvement, digitalisation, and procurement best practices.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or commercial management, including at least 3 years in a leadership role;
- University degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Law, Engineering, or a related field;
- Professional certification such as CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent will be considered an advantage;
- Proven experience developing and implementing procurement strategies within multinational organizations;
- Strong experience in supplier management, tendering, and contract negotiations;
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess costs, risks, and business value;
- Experience in budgeting, cost optimisation, and financial analysis;
- Experience leading teams and collaborating across functions;
- Excellent negotiation and influencing skills;
- Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making capabilities;
- Experience working with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent;
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with reporting and analytics;
- Excellent written and spoken English;
- Experience working in an international and multicultural environment;
- High level of integrity, accountability, and professional ethics.
We offer:
- The opportunity to lead global procurement initiatives and make a significant impact within an international company.
- Continuous personal and professional development opportunities.
- A dynamic, international, and modern working environment.
- Comprehensive private health insurance.