Direct Procurement Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein innovatives Unternehmen im Motorsport sucht einen erfahrenen Direct Procurement Manager, um ein leistungsstarkes Beschaffungsteam zu leiten. In dieser Schlüsselrolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Entwicklung strategischer Beschaffungspläne, die Pflege von Lieferantenbeziehungen und die Gewährleistung einer reibungslosen Lieferkette. Sie bringen umfangreiche Kenntnisse in der direkten Beschaffung mit, idealerweise aus dem Motorsport, und sind in der Lage, unter Druck zu arbeiten. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Effizienz und Innovation haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie, Ihre Karriere zu beschleunigen.

Qualifications

• Erfahrung in der direkten Beschaffung im Motorsport oder in der Hochleistungsfertigung.
• Fähigkeit, unter Druck zu arbeiten und enge Fristen einzuhalten.

Responsibilities

• Führen und Entwickeln eines Beschaffungsteams für Effizienz und Kostenersparnis.
• Aufbau starker Beziehungen zu Lieferanten zur Innovationsförderung.

Skills

Direkte Beschaffung

Verhandlungskompetenz

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

Führungskompetenz

Kenntnisse über Verbundwerkstoffe

Kenntnisse über technische Zeichnungen

Education

Bachelor in Betriebswirtschaft oder Ingenieurwesen

Tools

ERP-Systeme (IFS)

Job description

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Cadillac Formula 1 is excited to be on the grid for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Our new team is gearing up for rapid growth. To achieve our goals, we need to create and sustain a high-performance culture in every area. We have ambitious plans to build an outstanding operation that can compete at the highest level.

From exceptional Engineering and Design talent to a world-class race team, supported by specialists in off-track roles - we are assembling the expertise needed to drive this operation forward and compete at the highest level.

Being a part of this team, will accelerate your career. Take a closer look at the role:

Job Description

We’re looking for a proactive and experienced Direct Procurement Manager to lead our procurement team, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and strong supplier relationships. This role is key to maintaining a smooth supply chain, working closely with Project Delivery to ensure on-time delivery (OTD) of critical components.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading and developing a team of procurement professionals, fostering a high-performing and collaborative culture.

• Creating and driving strategic procurement plans to improve efficiency and cost savings.

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, identifying opportunities for innovation and better value.

• Balancing cost, quality, and delivery targets to keep operations running smoothly.

• Monitoring supplier performance through clear KPIs, ensuring they meet expectations.

• Overseeing the procurement of raw materials, proprietary, and manufactured components.

• Coordinating internally manufactured parts with external supply needs.

• Working closely with internal teams and Project Delivery to align procurement with production schedules and ensure timely deliveries.

• Bringing strong knowledge of ERP systems, particularly IFS, with the ability to leverage them for procurement efficiency and business advantage.

• Actively contributing to meetings with insights and strategic direction.

Requirements

• Solid experience in direct procurement within motorsport or high-level manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of composite, metallic, and proprietary materials.
• An understanding of engineering drawings, manufacturing processes, and supplier requirements.
• Proven leadership experience in a procurement role, ideally within Formula 1 or high-performance motorsport.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure the best terms while maintaining supplier relationships.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with a proactive and solutions-driven approach.
• Experience working alongside Project Delivery teams to align procurement with operational needs.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five years and a criminal record check.

This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the postholder and identifies the level of responsibility at which the postholder will be required to work. Subject to the discretion of the Company, the postholder will carry out the duties specified above together with such other duties or tasks for the Company as reasonably required.You may also be required to perform additional duties for the Company from time to time commensurate with your skills and experience.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

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Created on 02/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom