Purchasing Associate
About this role
Your Mission
We are looking for an Purchasing Associate to support the development and implementation of new products and experiences across our international locations.
Reporting to the Innovation & Product Launch team, you will play a key role in coordinating suppliers, tracking projects, supporting sourcing initiatives and helping ensure successful product launches from concept to implementation.
What You'll Do
Product Development & Innovation
Support the research of new products, materials and suppliers.
Coordinate product samples, testing activities and validation processes.
Conduct market and competitor research to identify trends and opportunities.
Collaborate with different teams to support the development of new products and experiences.
Supplier & Sourcing Coordination
Maintain daily communication with national and international suppliers.
Request quotations, compare proposals and support supplier selection processes.
Coordinate supplier activities related to production and deliveries.
Monitor timelines and proactively follow up on pending actions.
Support negotiations and supplier performance reviews.
Product Launch Management
Support the planning and execution of product launches across all AIRE locations.
Manage purchase orders and launch-related requirements.
Coordinate implementation timelines and rollout activities.
Ensure stakeholders remain informed on project status, milestones and dependencies.
Project Coordination & Continuous Improvement
Track project plans, milestones and deliverables.
Coordinate meetings and maintain project documentation.
Prepare reports and provide visibility on project progress.
Contribute to process improvement initiatives and operational excellence projects.
What We Are Looking For
Experience & Background
2-3 years of professional experience in project coordination, sourcing, procurement, operations, product development or similar areas.
Experience working with multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage several priorities simultaneously within structured timelines.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations or a related field.
Languages
Fluent in English and Spanish (both written and spoken).
Skills & Behaviours
High level of Collaboration and Talante: approachable, respectful and relationship-focused.
Proactive, autonomous, and comfortable working across multiple departments.
Strong organizational and coordination capabilities.
Advanced Excel skills.
Power BI knowledge is a plus.
Why you should apply:
Enjoy a competitive salary.
Flex schedule and Hybrid work (3 days at the office 2 days of home office)
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30% discount on all our services.
Employee discount for private health insurance.
Team Spirit is our big asset!💪 We are proud to have a welcoming and inclusive working environment where everyone's opinions and backgrounds are heard and respected.
Be part of a team that believes extraordinary begins with how we make people feel.
Our Barcelona Headquarters
Our headquarters are located in the heart of Barcelona and act as the central hub from which we support all AIRE locations across Europe and North America. From here, global teams work closely with local centres to ensure consistency, excellence, and alignment across the brand.
Barcelona HQ reflects AIRE’s culture: a collaborative, people-centred and high-performance environment guided by Excellence, Ambition, Talante, Diversity and Innovation, where ownership, trust and continuous improvement are part of everyday work.