Technical Buyer

Aston Martin F1 Team; Three Rivers; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading team in the high-performance motorsport sector as a Technical Buyer. You will play a vital role in procuring components for the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team. The position requires strong procurement expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy a competitive package with benefits, including a discretionary bonus scheme and private healthcare. Be part of a supportive and inclusive culture that values diversity and empowerment.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private health care

Pension plan

Life assurance

Childcare scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Tech scheme

Car scheme

On-site gym

Fitness classes

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of component procurement in F1 or high-performance engineering.
• Self-motivated, calm under pressure, and able to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Procure and expedite components for the F1 car and engineering activities.
• Monitor ERP data for supply chain accuracy and meet KPIs.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.

Skills

Procurement

Communication

Decision-making

Interpersonal Skills

Health & Safety

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

IFS

SAP

Job description

We have a new opportunity to be part of our Procurement team in the role of Technical Buyer.

As a Technical Buyer, you will play a critical role in procuring complex components and assemblies to support the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team. Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will ensure components are delivered on time, to cost and quality standards, and with the agility required in a high-performance motorsport environment.

You will be responsible for:

1. Procuring and expediting components used across the F1 car and wider engineering activities.
2. Monitoring ERP data to ensure supply chain accuracy and consistently meet departmental KPIs.
3. Coordinating the logistics of supplier materials and ensuring timely availability.
4. Communicating procurement challenges and delivery delays to relevant stakeholders.
5. Mitigating risks to quality, cost, and lead time through informed sourcing decisions.
6. Ensuring suppliers meet technical specifications and quality standards defined by AMF1 design.
7. Acting as a key liaison with suppliers to improve lead times, delivery performance, and value.
8. Supporting onboarding of new suppliers alongside the Supplier Quality Team to strengthen supply chain capability.
9. Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers for consistent and clear communication.
10. Working proactively, professionally, and respectfully within the company’s structure.
11. Performing other duties reasonably required within the scope of the role.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

1. Strong understanding of component procurement within Formula One or similar high-performance engineering environment, across a range of materials and categories including composites, metallics, electronics, and tooling.
2. Sound knowledge of component manufacturing and assembly processes.
3. Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems such as IFS, SAP, or equivalent.
4. Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
5. Calm and confident working under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
6. Clear and respectful communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
7. Flexible and adaptable team player who can navigate a dynamic operational environment.
8. Confident decision-maker with a results-oriented mindset.
9. Enthusiastic and versatile, with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
10. Strong commitment to Health & Safety standards.

This is a full-time office-based role based at our campus in Silverstone, with additional requirement to travel to other locations where necessary.

Embark on a journey with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to reshape history at our cutting-edge, sustainable campus in Northamptonshire. Combining our rich heritage with innovation, we bring fresh energy to the sport, driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and dominate the track. With new investment fueling our ambitions, we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success. As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like TEDSgroup childcare, cycle-to-work, tech, and car schemes. Plus, you can look forward to an on-site gym with fitness, spin, and yoga classes, as well as a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.

We are a business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and compassionate culture, where our team genuinely embodies our core values: Growth, Readiness, Empowerment, Excellence, and Nurturing.

Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. We strive to be a Team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through diversity in the workplace and promoting an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered and valued.

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please complete our Request for Reasonable Adjustments form here.