Operational Buyer

Rimac Energy; Witney; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational budget

Private medical insurance

26 days annual leave

Remote work possibility

Pension scheme

Job summary

Rimac Energy is seeking a detail-oriented Operational Buyer to join our Witney-based Supply Chain team. You will handle day-to-day procurement for direct and indirect materials, ensuring on-time delivery and cost efficiency across energy storage product lines.

You will collaborate with engineering, logistics, and operations, manage POs in Infor, and support RFQs and supplier onboarding while upholding procurement policies and reporting KPIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
• 1–3 years in procurement or buying; internships considered.
• Experience using ERP for PO processing (Infor advantageous).
• Proficient with Excel for data tracking and reporting.
• Familiar with Jira/Confluence or similar tools.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple orders.

Responsibilities

• Raise, process, and expedite purchase orders for direct and indirect materials.
• Monitor open POs, chase late deliveries, manage supplier recovery plans.
• Escalate supply risks to Procurement Leads.
• Manage supplier communications and order confirmations.
• Work with planning/engineering to ensure material availability.
• Maintain ERP master data and pricing accuracy.
• Support inventory management and RFQ preparation.
• Track procurement KPIs and spend vs budget.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies.

Skills

Purchase orders

ERP usage

Supplier coordination

Excel proficiency

Jira/Confluence

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Infor ERP

Jira & Confluence

Job description

Rimac Energy develops the future of power conversion and battery management, extracting the maximum performance potential of battery energy storage systems. We engineer the hardware, software, and intelligence that improve efficiency, usable energy, and lifetime.

Our edge is deep integration - power conversion built into the battery module itself, with batteries, power electronics, software, and thermal management engineered as one system, European-designed and built. We are fast-moving, technically ambitious, and results-driven, and you will work on genuinely complex problems alongside people who care deeply about what they build.

We expect a lot, and we offer a lot: real ownership, real products, and the chance to contribute to technology that pushes the boundaries of what energy systems can do.

About the role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Operational Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. You will be responsible for the day-to-day procurement of both direct and indirect materials, ensuring the business has what it needs to operate and deliver products on time.

This is a transactional buying role covering purchase order management, supplier coordination, and inventory support across our energy storage product lines. You will work closely with engineering, logistics, and operations teams to ensure materials are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively.

This role is based at our Witney, Oxfordshire site.

Responsibilities

• Raise, process, and expedite purchase orders for direct and indirect materials in line with business requirements
• Monitor open purchase orders, proactively chase late deliveries, and manage supplier recovery plans to protect production schedules
• Escalate supply risks and potential material shortages to the Procurement Leads in a timely manner
• Manage day-to-day supplier communications, including order confirmations, delivery follow-ups, and discrepancy resolution
• Work with planning and engineering teams to ensure timely material availability aligned to build schedules and project milestones
• Maintain supplier lead time, pricing, and master data in the ERP system (Infor), ensuring accuracy across orders, receipts, and invoices
• Support inventory management activities, including stock monitoring, replenishment, and coordination with warehouse and logistics teams
• Assist with supplier onboarding, including gathering documentation and coordinating account setup
• Support the preparation of requests for quotation (RFQs) and assist with basic commercial evaluations
• Track and report on key procurement metrics such as on-time delivery, order accuracy, and spend against budget
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and approval workflows

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field
• 1–3 years of experience in a procurement or buying role; relevant placement or internship experience will be considered
• Practical experience using ERP systems for purchase order processing (Infor experience is advantageous)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data tracking and reporting
• Familiarity with Jira and Confluence or similar workflow and documentation tools
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple orders and priorities simultaneously
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the confidence to engage suppliers and internal stakeholders
• A proactive, can-do attitude with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn

Considered as an Advantage

• Experience in electronics, energy storage, automotive, or manufacturing industries
• Understanding of Incoterms, international shipping, and trade compliance basics
• Experience with supplier performance management and basic negotiation

What We Offer

• Fast-paced environment where practical problem-solving and initiative are genuinely valued
• Continuous learning and development, with exposure to rapidly evolving energy and power electronics technology
• A friendly, ambitious team that works hard and takes pride in what it builds
• Educational budget – at Rimac Energy, we believe in the importance of continuous learning. We provide an educational budget to support your growth, and we actively encourage you to expand your knowledge and skills.
• Generous time off – 26 days of annual leave per year plus 8 public holidays, giving you the space to rest, recharge, and enjoy time with loved ones.
• Support for life's important moments – 5 days of paid leave on marriage, and 10 days of paid sick leave per year so you can recover without added stress.
• Comprehensive parental support – 4 months of paid maternity leave followed by statutory allowance; 2 weeks of paid paternity leave, with the option of additional unpaid parental leave as provided by the UK government.
• Secure your future with confidence – all eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the company pension scheme, helping you invest in long-term financial wellbeing.
• Health protection for you and your family – AXA and Medicash private medical insurance is provided for employees and immediate family members, aligned with policy terms.
• Celebrating your journey with us – milestone and service recognition awards, honouring your dedication and contribution over the years.
• Possibility of remote work – we love teamwork and being connected, but take a remote day when you need one, as agreed with your manager.