Procurement Manager - UK

BYD Europe; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job description

About the role

BYD UK is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager with proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization. Candidates with automotive industry experience will be given priority, as this role will directly support BYD’s mission to revolutionize electric vehicle manufacturing and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead end-to-end procurement activities for automotive components, raw materials, and services.
2. Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans to achieve cost savings and supply chain resilience.
3. Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms (quality, cost, delivery timelines).
4. Collaborate with R&D, production, and QA teams to align procurement with project requirements.
5. Monitor market trends, conduct supplier risk assessments, and identify alternative sourcing solutions.
6. Optimize inventory levels while ensuring compliance with sustainability and ethical sourcing policies.
7. Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers across Europe and globally.

Requirements:

1. 5+ years of procurement/supply chain experience, preferably in automotive, manufacturing, or related sectors.
2. Proven track record in supplier negotiation, cost reduction, and contract management.
3. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data-driven decision-making.
4. Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in a multicultural environment.
5. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
6. Knowledge of UK/EU regulations and sustainability standards in automotive supply chains is preferred.
7. Professional certification is a plus (e.g., CIPS, CPSM).

About BYD UK
BYD UK is the UK distributor of BYD Company Ltd, a China-based company and a global leading-edge provider of green energy technologies. BYD UK offers a range of electric vehicles, including all-electric cars, all-electric buses, and all-electric forklift trucks.

About BYD Group
Established in February 1995, BYD Group is a leading multi-sector high-tech company focused on innovation and development in automobiles, rail transit, renewable energy, and electronics. Committed to fulfilling a better life through technological innovations, BYD Group leverages a powerful network of over 40 subsidiaries and 900,000 employees worldwide in over 400 cities of 79 countries, actively driving the implementation of comprehensive zero-emission and emission reduction solutions. In 2023, BYD Auto sold 3.02 million NEV (BEV+PHEV) globally, maintaining its position as the world leader in NEV sales. BYD Group upholds the values of innovation, pragmatism, passion, and competition, dedicating itself to technological empowerment throughout the entire process of renewable energy acquisition, storage, and application, contributing to the goal of sustainable future development for all humanity.