Strategic Automotive Buyer — 12-Month Contract

McLaren Automotive Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays

Enhanced company pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Sabbatical options

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Woking is seeking a Buyer for a 12-month fixed term contract. You will set the strategic direction for supplier sourcing and manage key supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience in procurement within automotive or manufacturing, with strong negotiation and financial analysis skills. The company offers competitive benefits including a generous holiday allowance and enhanced pension plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a buyer in automotive or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes.
• Experience in delivering multi-million-pound negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Set strategic direction of supplier sourcing.
• Manage key supplier relationships.
• Deliver annual cost reduction plans.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Category strategy development

Education

University degree in Business or Engineering

MCIPS qualified or working towards

Job description

A leading automotive manufacturer in Woking is seeking a Buyer for a 12-month fixed term contract. You will set the strategic direction for supplier sourcing and manage key supplier relationships to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of experience in procurement within automotive or manufacturing, with strong negotiation and financial analysis skills. The company offers competitive benefits including a generous holiday allowance and enhanced pension plan.