Carlos Barbancho Galindo - Task Force PM Sample Procurement E-Mobility

Q: Where is Carlos based?

Carlos is based in Witten, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Carlos speak?

Carlos speaks the following languages: German (Native), Spanish (Native), Catalan/Valencian (Advanced), English (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Carlos have?

Carlos has at least 25 years of experience. During this time, Carlos has worked in at least 16 different roles and for 14 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months . Note that Carlos may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Carlos's latest experience?

Carlos's most recent position is Task Force PM Sample Procurement E-Mobility at R. Bosch GmbH .

Q: What companies has Carlos worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Carlos has worked for R. Bosch GmbH , ZF AG , and Gebr. Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik und Eisengießerei GmbH .

Q: Which industries is Carlos most experienced in?

Carlos is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing , Retail , and Tourism . Carlos also has some experience in Automotive , Professional Services , and Metals and Mining .

Q: Which business areas is Carlos most experienced in?

Carlos is most experienced in business areas like Procurement , Product Development , and Project Management . Carlos also has some experience in Supply Chain Management , Marketing , and Sales .

Q: Which industries has Carlos worked in recently?

Carlos has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing .

Q: Which business areas has Carlos worked in recently?

Carlos has recently worked in business areas like Project Management , Procurement , and Supply Chain Management .

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Witten, Germany

Experience

Jan 2023 - Nov 2023

11 months

Task Force PM Sample Procurement E-Mobility

R. Bosch GmbH

May 2022 - Dec 2022

8 months

Interim Purchasing Manager Carve-Out / SME Adaptation

ZF AG

Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

4 months

Task Force Lead Electronics / Mechanical Engineering

R. Bosch GmbH

Oct 2021 - Dec 2021

3 months

Task Force Flood Consultant: Production Assurance for Series Production

R. Bosch GmbH

Apr 2020 - Aug 2021

1 year 5 months

Bochum, Germany

Strategic and Specialty Purchasing

Gebr. Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik und Eisengießerei GmbH

Development of strategic suppliers and establishment of second sources
Conducting price, contract, and framework negotiations
Category project management

Apr 2016 - Mar 2020

4 years

Head of Strategic and Technical Procurement

Dalmia GSB Refractories GmbH

Overall responsibility for national and international procurement activities
Establishment and expansion of strategic procurement
Digitalization of procurement processes
Development, introduction and implementation of procurement standards and processes
Conducting price, contract and framework negotiations
Initiating and carrying out cross-departmental cost reduction projects

Apr 2014 - Mar 2016

2 years

Bochum, Germany

Responsible for Strategic and Technical Procurement

Spellman High Voltage Electronics

Overall responsibility for national and international procurement activities

May 2013 - Apr 2014

1 year

Bochum, Germany

Technical and Project Purchasing

persona service AG & Co. KG

Further development of the supplier portfolio
Selection of qualified suppliers
Conducting price, contract and framework negotiations
Project manager for 3 procurement projects

Feb 2012 - Aug 2012

7 months

Witten, Germany

Team Lead Strategic and Project Purchasing

ISE Automotive GmbH

Further development of product group management
Conducting price, contract and framework negotiations
Selection of qualified suppliers
Responsible for procurement controlling
Initiating and conducting cross-departmental cost reduction projects based on total cost of ownership
Enhancement of information systems such as SAP and in-depth use of a cost analysis tool
Informing and advising the head of procurement on pricing, sourcing strategies and supply options

Dec 2008 - Jan 2012

3 years 2 months

Barcelona, Spain

Responsible Buyer / Product Manager

Bauhaus AG / Hágalo, S.A.

Jun 2007 - Nov 2008

1 year 6 months

Martorelles, Spain

Technical Purchasing – Steel

ThyssenKrupp Materials Ibérica, S.A.

Nov 2003 - Feb 2007

3 years 4 months

Barcelona, Spain

Project Purchasing / Project Coordinator in Charge

KAISER+KRAFT S.A.U.

Jun 2003 - Sep 2003

4 months

Spain

Contract Manager

VVSA (Agentur für DERTOUR GmbH & Co KG)

Nov 2002 - Jun 2003

8 months

Barcelona, Spain

Event Coordinator

BAC, S.L.

Mar 2002 - Sep 2002

7 months

Spain

Key Account Manager

Menturfe, S.L.

Jan 1997 - Mar 2002

5 years 3 months

Meerbusch, Germany

Product Manager

Bucher Reisen GmbH

Industry Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time.

Experienced in Manufacturing, Retail, Tourism, Automotive, Professional Services, and Metals and Mining.

Manufacturing

Retail

Tourism

Automotive

Professional Services

Metals and Mining

Business Area Experience

See which departments and functions this freelancer has contributed to most.

Experienced in Procurement, Product Development, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, and Sales.

Procurement

Product Development

Project Management

Supply Chain Management

Marketing

Sales

Summary

Expert in

Strategic Purchasing
Project Purchasing
Technical Purchasing
Operational Purchasing
Supply Chain

Experience in

Team Leadership
Interim Management
Digitalization Management
Task Force Management

Skills

Experience In Project Coordination
Many Years Of In-depth Negotiation Experience In Strategic, Technical, And Indirect Purchasing At National And International Levels
Experience In Establishing And Implementing Purchasing Standards And Processes
Experience In Digitalizing Purchasing Processes
Extensive Knowledge Of Category Management
Resilient And Highly Organized
Highly Committed And Enthusiastic With A Result-oriented, Proactive Work Style
Empathetic, Solution-oriented, Flexible With Strong Communication Skills
Experience In Building Purchasing Departments
Dedicated And Conscientious
Confident And Self-assured In Dealing With Business Partners
Passion For Purchasing With Analytical And Goal-oriented Thinking
Personal Skills: Empathy, Ambition, High Resilience, Strong Communication Skills
Excel
Word
Powerpoint
Sage
Baan Ln
Sap
Time-line

Languages

German

Native

Spanish

Native

Catalan

Advanced

English

Advanced

Education

Jan 1995 - Jan 1997

Commercial apprenticeship

Oct 1990 - Sep 1992

Mechanical engineering studies

May 1990 - May 1990

General university entrance qualification

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 16

Experience in Manufacturing 8 y

Avg length 1 y 7 m

Longest experience 5 y 2 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (Spain, Germany)

Primary country Spain

Expertise

Recent roles Task Force PM Sample Procurement E-Mobility, Interim Purchasing Manager Carve-Out / SME Adaptation, Task Force Lead Electronics / Mechanical Engineering

Main industries Manufacturing, Retail, Tourism

Main business areas Procurement, Product Development, Project Management

Qualifications

Profile

Created

April 2024

Last Update

March 2026

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Where is Carlos based?

Carlos is based in Witten, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Carlos speak?

Carlos speaks the following languages: German (Native), Spanish (Native), Catalan/Valencian (Advanced), English (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Carlos have?

Carlos has at least 25 years of experience. During this time, Carlos has worked in at least 16 different roles and for 14 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Carlos may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Carlos be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Carlos would be well-suited for roles such as: Task Force PM Sample Procurement E-Mobility, Interim Purchasing Manager Carve-Out / SME Adaptation, Task Force Lead Electronics / Mechanical Engineering.

What is Carlos's latest experience?

Carlos's most recent position is Task Force PM Sample Procurement E-Mobility at R. Bosch GmbH.

What companies has Carlos worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Carlos has worked for R. Bosch GmbH, ZF AG, and Gebr. Eickhoff Maschinenfabrik und Eisengießerei GmbH.

Which industries is Carlos most experienced in?

Carlos is most experienced in industries like Manufacturing, Retail, and Tourism. Carlos also has some experience in Automotive, Professional Services, and Metals and Mining.

Which business areas is Carlos most experienced in?

Carlos is most experienced in business areas like Procurement, Product Development, and Project Management. Carlos also has some experience in Supply Chain Management, Marketing, and Sales.

Which industries has Carlos worked in recently?

Carlos has recently worked in industries like Automotive and Manufacturing.

Which business areas has Carlos worked in recently?

Carlos has recently worked in business areas like Project Management, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management.

What is Carlos's education?

Carlos attended education in Commercial apprenticeship.

What is the availability of Carlos?

Carlos is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Carlos?

Carlos's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.