Ecolab has an opening for a Procurement Representative within the Equipment Procurement Team, based in Barcelona (ES) . This role is well suited for a commercial‑minded procurement professional who enjoys working in a dynamic, international environment and engaging in strategic sourcing activities rather than daily on‑site operations.
If you are looking for long‑term career development, exposure to global procurement initiatives, and the opportunity to grow within a highly respected and stable global company, we encourage you to apply.
Job Overview
The Procurement Representative will support category and sourcing activities for direct materials, with a strong focus on commercial topics such as Total Delivered Cost (TDC), supplier strategies, negotiations, and contract management. The role contributes to procurement initiatives at local, regional and reports to the Procurement Manager.
High performers can expect career progression opportunities within Ecolab Procurement or broader Supply Chain leadership roles.
What You Will Do
Support and deploy Total Delivered Cost (TDC) sourcing processes, tools, and methodologies to drive cost optimization and value creation
Develop, manage, and execute sourcing and savings projects, including pipeline development, project execution, financial validation, and performance tracking
Identify, develop, and implement sourcing strategies for direct materials, including tail vendors, to reduce total cost while improving supply security
Lead or support commercial negotiations with suppliers, including pricing, contracts, and long‑term agreements
Manage and monitor supplier performance, including cost, delivery reliability, service level, and risk exposure
Collaborate cross‑functionally with R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Marketing, and Sales during new product and machine developments to anticipate future sourcing needs
Monitor supplier markets and industry trends, assess risks and opportunities, and provide commercial recommendations to internal stakeholders
Lead or coordinate alternative supplier qualification initiatives from a commercial perspective
Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives within procurement to enhance efficiency, transparency, and results
Support the implementation and continuous improvement of procurement systems and processes, including ERP (SAP) deployment activities
Collaborate effectively with Ecolab’s European and global procurement teams to align strategies and share best practices
Investigate, coordinate, and resolve supply risks or disruptions, including force majeure situations, with clear stakeholder communication
Key Responsibilities and Autonomy
Responsibilities
Ensure continuity of supply for assigned categories
Drive cost, quality, and delivery performance for purchased components
Contribute to achieving procurement and business financial targets
Autonomy
Lead supplier price and commercial negotiations
Negotiate and manage supplier contracts
Support supplier selection and sourcing decisions
Lead or contribute to cross‑functional procurement projects
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field OR High School Diploma with at least 2 years of relevant procurement experience
Fluency in English is a must, fluency is any other European Languages is consider a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in strategic or operational procurement, preferably with direct materials
Exposure to equipment manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong commercial acumen with proven negotiation skills
Clear communication and presentation abilities
Result‑driven mindset with strong accountability and ownership
Experience with ERP systems
About Ecolab:
At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.
Ecolab’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) reflects our longstanding value of working together to integrate diverse perspectives to challenge ourselves, reach our goals and do what’s right.
Apply today and join one of the most ethical companies with over a hundred years of history.
Join Ecolab and help us protect what’s vital.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field OR High School Diploma with at least 2 years of relevant procurement experience
- Fluency in English
Ecolab Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ecolab and has not been reviewed or approved by Ecolab.
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the company provides strong retirement programs, including a 401(k) with employer matching and a pension, alongside options like an employee stock purchase plan. Offerings such as retiree healthcare benefits and diverse investment choices reinforce long-term financial support.
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Healthcare Strength — Feedback suggests medical coverage is broad, with HSA plan options and company contributions, prescription benefits, dental and vision, and virtual care and mental health support. Company-paid wellness programs and income protection (short- and long-term disability, life and accident) further strengthen core coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-focused programs include fertility support, adoption assistance, and paid parental leave, complemented by counseling and resource services. These offerings are positioned as supportive of employee well-being across different life stages.
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What We Do
A trusted partner at nearly three million customer locations, Ecolab (ECL) is the global leader in water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services. With annual sales of $12 billion and more than 44,000 associates, Ecolab delivers comprehensive solutions, data-driven insights and personalized service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. For more Ecolab news and information, visit www.ecolab.com, or follow us on twitter.com/ecolab, facebook.com/ecolab or instagram.com/ecolab_inc.
