Buyer

TN United Kingdom; Banbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading automotive company as a Buyer in Banbury, where you will shape supply chains and drive commercial value in a fast-paced motorsport environment. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development, and a range of benefits, including 25 days holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Professional development

Subsidised on-site restaurant

Pension scheme

Access to fitness classes

Paid volunteering days

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation skills and commercial mindset.
• Experience in motorsport or high-performance engineering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Securing supply of components and materials within budgets and deadlines.
• Leading supplier negotiations and contract implementation.
• Monitoring supplier performance using KPIs.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

CIPS Qualification

Tools

ERP Systems

Excel

Job description

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Location: Oxfordshire (onsite) Early finish on a Friday

Competitive salary + benefits | 25 days holiday | Pension scheme

Step into the fast lane of your career with a role at the heart of cutting-edge automotive innovation. We're on the lookout for a sharp, results-driven Buyer to join this elite Motorsport team in Banbury - someone who thrives under pressure and is passionate about precision, performance, and getting things done.

In this role, you won't just be placing orders - you'll be shaping supply chains, driving commercial value, and making sure every component arrives on time, to spec, and within budget. You'll work across technical teams, manage key supplier relationships, and play a pivotal role in supporting some of the most advanced motorsport engineering projects in the world.

What you'll be doing:

• Securing the supply of components and materials in line with requirements, budgets, and deadlines
• Benchmarking products and suppliers to ensure optimal cost, quality, and delivery performance
• Leading and supporting supplier negotiations, contract implementation, and long-term relationships
• Monitoring and improving supplier performance using robust KPIs
• Providing strategic insights on cost-saving initiatives, stock control, and procurement planning
• Contributing to departmental goals including cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and stock optimisation
• Supporting cross-functional teams with procurement advice and best practices

What they are looking for:

• A confident, commercially minded individual with strong negotiation skills
• A solid understanding of car component manufacturing and supply chain dynamics
• Familiarity with ERP systems (IFS preferred) and strong Excel skills
• Excellent time management and the ability to handle changing priorities
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels
• An eye for detail, a drive for accuracy, and a natural sense of organisation
• Ideally CIPS qualified, with a working knowledge of contract law and purchase terms
• Experience in motorsport or a high-performance engineering environment is a plus

What they offer:

• A competitive salary that grows with your impact
• 25 days holiday (plus the option to buy more)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Subsidised on-site restaurant
• Pension and car salary sacrifice schemes
• Access to fitness classes, wellbeing support, and health consultations
• Paid volunteering days and social events throughout the year
• Cycle-to-work scheme and exclusive discounts
• Life assurance

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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