Buyer - High Performance Automotive

The Collective Network Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the automotive sector is seeking a Technical Buyer to join their dynamic supply chain team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on specialist projects, collaborating closely with engineering and quality teams to ensure the procurement of high-performance components. The ideal candidate will have a few years of experience in supply chain management and a proven ability to negotiate with suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and delivery timelines. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact in a respected company, this is the role for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain and procurement processes.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing components in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Raising purchase orders and coordinating with suppliers.
• Conducting cost-reduction activities and reviews.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation Skills

Cost Reduction Activities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Engineering

Job description

Buyer - High Performance Automotive

Up to 40,000
Huntingdon

Want to get into a unique side of the automotive industry? This vacancy offers a great opportunity to explore this field!

We are recruiting for a Technical Buyer for a client involved in specialist projects, creating a diverse challenge for their supply chain team to establish and maintain preferred suppliers capable of supporting these projects.

This company is a well-respected name in the specialist vehicles market, working with leading OEMs in engineering, vehicle performance, and manufacturing to develop their "halo" vehicle projects.

Responsibilities include:

1. Purchasing specified components and materials in collaboration with engineering and quality teams.
2. Raising purchase orders and prioritising key projects to ensure timely delivery.
3. Coordinating with engineering teams to specify and procure Bill of Materials accurately.
4. Negotiating and maintaining regular contact with suppliers.
5. Conducting cost-reduction activities and regular cost reviews with suppliers.
6. Negotiating with suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and delivery time.

If you have a few years of experience in supply chain and are ready to take the next step, click apply. Our consultant Jack Watson will contact you to discuss this role further!