Programme Buyer - Special Vehicle

Multimatic; Tetford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Programme Buyer to manage procurement for special vehicle projects. This role involves sourcing and negotiating goods and services, ensuring quality and timely delivery, and building strong supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will possess at least one year of procurement experience, preferably in motorsport, and demonstrate proficiency in negotiation and cost analysis. This position offers a dynamic work environment with some travel and the opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a collaborative office setting. If you are passionate about procurement and seeking a rewarding challenge, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of procurement experience; motorsport experience preferred.
• Good knowledge of purchasing and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Purchase goods and services in line with cost, quality, and delivery targets.
• Negotiate contracts and improve prices for project savings.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships with good communication.

Skills

Procurement Experience

Negotiation Skills

Cost Analysis

Supplier Relationship Management

Excel Proficiency

Education

College Education

Job description

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Sourcing, negotiating, and procurement (including expediting) of goods and services to ensure project requirements are met, considering price, quality, and delivery. These activities will be undertaken alongside the development and maintenance of project Bills-of-Materials, tooling requirements, and associated 3rd party services.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Purchase goods, materials, components, or services in line with specified cost, quality, and delivery targets.
2. Support operations and other relevant departments, communicating supply issues impacting the project.
3. Work with Programme & Production Managers to ensure timely supply of goods, expediting deliveries as needed.
4. Analyze costs and review cost reduction activities.
5. Prepare reports and updates as required.
6. Research new components and suppliers, preparing supplier nominations considering project constraints.
7. Negotiate contracts, improve prices, and review opportunities for project savings using best practices.
8. Analyze stock levels to determine appropriate order schedules.
9. Prepare and raise purchase orders and schedules to meet customer demand.
10. Build and maintain supplier relationships with good communication.
11. Ensure professional and consistent supplier relationship management.
12. Ensure compliance with company policies during negotiations and contracts.
13. Resolve price, quality, delivery, or invoice issues with suppliers.
14. Support adherence to policies related to the quality management system (IATF 16949).
15. Maintain safety knowledge to ensure safe work practices.
16. Perform additional duties as assigned.

This description outlines the general scope and requirements but is not exhaustive.

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of procurement experience; motorsport experience preferred.
• Minimum college education.
• Good knowledge of purchasing, negotiation, and cost analysis.
• Proficient in computer use, especially Excel.

Work Environment

Office setting; 10% travel to various locations. Exposure to machinery, noise, airborne particles, fumes, and temperature variations in production areas.

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If interested, apply by submitting your cover letter and resume. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. We are committed to fair, accessible, and inclusive employment practices, including accommodations for applicants with disabilities.