Automotive Buyer And Parts Coordinator

Manpower UK Ltd; Bicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive technology company in the UK is seeking an automotive buyer and parts coordinator. The role involves managing vendor relationships and overseeing procurement processes. Ideal candidates should have a proven history in automotive parts buying and be adaptable with strong communication skills. The salary is between £35k - £40k with Monday to Friday working hours and onsite parking available.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and data.
• Flexible and can work on own initiative while being part of a team.
• Can-do attitude is essential.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and placing orders for contract and non-contract items.
• Negotiate lower pricing whenever possible.
• Maintain supplier details on the procurement system.
• Develop buying processes as needed.
• Control goods inwards and manage stock.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Adaptability

Education

Proven history in working as a buyer

Knowledge of automotive parts

Tools

MS Office Suite

Asana

Jira

Partsbox

Job description

A growing automotive technology company in Oxfordshire is continuing to expand, creating opportunities across the business. They are looking for an automotive buyer and parts coordinator to join an excellent team with plenty opportunity for career progression as the company grows.

They develop cutting-edge EV technology for vehicle manufacturers, and the defence sector to sustain and amplify their success, they are actively seeking talented individuals with a passion for sustainability and cars. They would expect you to hit the ground running, demonstrating a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a proactive attitude in this evolving arena.

This role reports to the CFO and is an onsite position based in North Oxfordshire and you will be critical to the operational success of the business. The role will focus on managing vendor relationships and will involve working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

It is a diverse role, covering technical and non-technical buying, the management of the purchased items route through the business to receipt and stock management of parts.

Key Responsibilities

• Sourcing and placement of orders for contract and non-contract items using manual requisitions and digital parts requisition systems
• ??Negotiation of lower pricing whenever possible.
• Maintenance of Supplier details on the procurement system and review of supplier performance.
• Develop our buying processes as needed.
• Maintenance of minimum stock levels against parts system requirements.
• Adjust parts system component parameters to achieve on time availability and appropriate batch sizes.
• Progress and chase outstanding POs in liaison with Production management
• Control goods inwards, and stock management
• Assist in other areas of the Company as required against reasonable requests

Requirements

• Have a proven history in working as a buyer in a medium enterprise.
• Knowledge of automotive parts.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and data
• Be flexible and an excellent communicator.
• Have a can-do attitude, working well on own initiative as well as being part of the wider team

Desirable Experience

• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
• Familiarity with business tools such as Asana, Jira, etc.
• Familiarity of 'Partsbox' inventory control system

If you are ready to make a difference and contribute to the future of sustainable automotive technology, apply now to join their innovative team

The salary offered depending on experience is £35k - £40k, Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm or 8.30am - 5.00pm and free parking is available onsite