Motorsport Technical Buyer - High-Performance Auto Parts

West Sussex.info; Bedford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

31 days’ holiday

Access to discounts at shops

Discounted food and drink

Access to motorsport events

24/7 GP and wellbeing services

Training opportunities

Free parking

Job summary

A motorsport-related company is seeking a skilled Technical Buyer with strong automotive knowledge to support high-performance vehicle projects. Located in Bedford, you will manage procurement, develop supplier relationships, and analyze costs. Essential qualifications include experience with automotive parts and procurement knowledge. This role offers competitive pay, 31 days' holiday, and access to discounts and training opportunities. A full UK driving license is required.

Qualifications

• Prior buying or procurement knowledge is essential.
• Extensive knowledge of automotive parts, especially for racing cars, is essential.
• Experience in procurement of composite parts is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Purchase goods, materials, components to meet targets.
• Negotiate pricing and lead times with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and make commercial decisions.

Skills

Automotive parts knowledge

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Tools

Mainstream manufacturing software

ERP systems

Job description

A motorsport-related company is seeking a skilled Technical Buyer with strong automotive knowledge to support high-performance vehicle projects. Located in Bedford, you will manage procurement, develop supplier relationships, and analyze costs. Essential qualifications include experience with automotive parts and procurement knowledge. This role offers competitive pay, 31 days' holiday, and access to discounts and training opportunities. A full UK driving license is required.