Senior Electrical Buyer

Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation, Inc.; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a premium British motorcycle brand as a Senior Buyer – Electrical. Take ownership of the electrical category and shape a robust supply chain. This role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and supporting cross-functional teams in a cutting-edge facility. Be part of a passionate team making a real impact in a legendary brand's exciting new era.

Benefits

Unrivaled company benefits

Extremely competitive package

Work in a cutting-edge facility

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive, engineering, or manufacturing procurement.
• Strong background in electrical category sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Managing supplier relationships, sourcing, cost control, and category strategy.
• Leading early supplier engagement and validation for new projects.
• Negotiating pricing, contracts, and delivery timelines.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Agility

Teamwork

Job description

Senior Buyer – Electrical | Automotive | Solihull | Permanent

We’re working with a premium British motorcycle brand undergoing a bold transformation — backed by major global investment and operating from a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in the West Midlands.

Now’s your chance to join the ride.

We're looking for a Senior Buyer – Electrical to take full ownership of the electrical category, shaping a robust and agile supply chain across new product development and production.

Job Duties

• Managing supplier relationships, sourcing, cost control, and category strategy
  
  
• Leading early supplier engagement and validation for new projects
  
  
• Reviewing technical drawings/specs and ensuring supplier alignment
  
  
• Negotiating pricing, contracts, and delivery timelines
  
  
• Supporting cross-functional teams and identifying continuous improvement opportunities

Experience Required

• Proven experience in automotive, engineering, or manufacturing procurement
• Strong background in electrical category sourcing
  
  
• Solid understanding of technical drawings/specs
  
  
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
  
  
• Agile, organised, and a strong team player
  
  
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits

• Join a legendary brand entering an exciting new era
• Unrivaled company benefits
• Extremely competitive package
• Be part of a passionate, close-knit team making real impact
• Work in a cutting-edge facility with huge growth potential

Ready to help drive the future of a British icon? Apply now.