Specialist, Indirect Procurement

Mclaren Racing Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Racing Ltd is seeking a proactive Indirect Procurement team member to support operations across Commercial, Marketing, IT and Facilities. You will engage suppliers, assist with contract creation and negotiation, and help ensure compliance with cost cap rules.

Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree, have indirect procurement exposure, and can drive improvements while communicating across multiple functions.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.
• Previous experience in indirect procurement categories would be advantageous.
• Understanding of procurement, commercial and contractual principles including terms and conditions, NDAs and supplier agreements.
• Experience with RFx processes.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, contract management and supplier relationship management.
• ERP systems experience would be advantageous.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication across functions.
• Proactive mindset and interest in high-performance environments.

Responsibilities

• Integrate quickly into the team to support procurement operations.
• Take responsibility for projects and tasks, working independently and with guidance.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and our supply chain.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and procedures.
• Contribute to sourcing activities, supplier communications and data analysis.
• Support documentation and reporting aligned with cost cap compliance.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Degree qualified in a relevant discipline

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description

The Indirect Procurement team manages the sourcing of goods and services that support all functions at McLaren Racing that are not specifically on-car related. This includes areas such as Commercial, Business Performance, Marketing, Heritage, IT, and Facilities. The team plays a key role in ensuring strategic procurement decisions align with the new cost cap regulations introduced in Formula 1 in 2026.

Purpose of the Role

This role requires initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work proactively under time constraints. It will be responsible for supporting supplier engagement, contract creation, review and execution, and other procurement operations that underpin the performance of McLaren Racing’s business functions.

What You'll Do:

We would expect the following from successful candidates:

• Integrate quickly into the team to support procurement operations
• Take responsibility for your projects and tasks, working both independently and collaboratively while receiving guidance from Senior team members.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders as well as with our supply chain.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and procedures
• Contribute to sourcing activities, supplier communications, and data analysis
• Support documentation and reporting aligned with cost cap compliance.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

The following attributes are required for this role:

• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.
• Previous experience in indirect procurement categories, would be a distinct advantage.
• Essential understanding of procurement, commercial and contractual principles, including the review, creation and negotiation of terms and conditions, NDAs and supplier agreements.
• An understanding and/or experience of RFx process.
• Experience in strategic sourcing, contract management, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience of ERP systems would be a distinct advantage.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple business functions.
• A proactive mindset and interest in high-performance environments

Personal Attributes:

The following attributes are required for this role:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively

  Additional Information

  Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels supported and empowered to deliver their best work.

  Every role has the potential to drive high performance. You'll be part of a team united by a shared ambition to push boundaries and embody our racing mindset. We invest in our people through opportunities to develop and grow, creating an environment where individuals and teams can thrive.

  Alongside a range of wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities, we're committed to helping you build a rewarding career and make your mark at McLaren Racing.