Almirall Healthcare/BioTech

GLOBAL PROCUREMENT TRAINEE

Barcelona, Spain In person Full-time
  • Location: BARCELONA
  • We’re building the future of medical dermatology by focusing on unmet patient needs and giving people the space to think independently, take ownership and make an impact that matters.
  • Our purpose is simple: to transform patients’ lives by addressing real needs. We work with care, act with courage, keep things simple and focus our innovation where it makes a difference.
  • Recognised as a Top Employer in Spain since 2008 and in Germany since 2025, we continue to invest in an environment where people can grow and move forward.
  • If you care differently, you belong here.

About the role

We are looking for a Global Procurement Trainee to join our Procurement Center of Excellence. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine procurement operations, supplier management and analytics with cutting-edge digital initiatives, including Artificial Intelligence, automation and data-driven decision making. You will work closely with global stakeholders, helping to improve processes, enhance user experience and support Procurement’s digital transformation journey.

What will you do?

As a Global Procurement Trainee, you will

  • Support sourcing and category management activities, collaborating with Lead Buyers on analysis, supplier strategies and best practices.
  • Participate in supplier onboarding, due diligence and risk monitoring processes.
  • Help identify and assess supplier risks, contributing to mitigation and monitoring strategies.
  • Develop reports, analyses and Power BI dashboards to track Procurement KPIs and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Support internal stakeholders and suppliers by providing guidance on Procurement processes and tools.
  • Review existing processes and policies to identify efficiencies and ensure compliance.
  • Contribute to digital transformation initiatives across the Source-to-Contract and Procure-to-Pay ecosystem.
  • Participate in the design, testing and implementation of AI agents and automation solutions using Microsoft Power Platform.
  • Collaborate with Procurement, IT and business teams to translate business needs into practical digital solutions.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, simplification and stakeholder experience.
  • What are we looking for?

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Law, Engineering or a related field.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Interest in digital transformation, automation and emerging technologies.
  • Advanced user of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Fluent English and Spanish.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Nice to have
  • Knowledge of Power BI.
  • Exposure to Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps).
  • Basic understanding of Artificial Intelligence and its application in business processes.
  • Previous academic or internship experience related to data analysis, business processes, procurement, consulting or digital transformation.
  • What will you learn?
  • How a Global Procurement organization operates within an international company.
  • Best practices in sourcing, supplier management and risk assessment.
  • How to design and implement data-driven solutions using Power BI and Microsoft Power Platform.
  • How Artificial Intelligence and automation can transform business processes.
  • How to collaborate with global stakeholders and manage cross-functional projects.

Who you are

  • Curious and eager to learn.
  • Digital-minded and enthusiastic about technology.
  • Organized, proactive and solution-oriented.
  • Comfortable working with data and turning insights into actions.
  • A team player with strong interpersonal skills and an international mindset.
  • Why join us?
  • This is an exciting opportunity to gain exposure to Procurement, Analytics, Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence in a global environment, while developing skills that are increasingly critical for the future of business.

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