Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) Composite

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent automotive company is seeking a Technical Purchaser for composite components to be part of their research and development team. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant discipline and experience in the motorsport or automotive industry. Strong analytical and negotiating skills are essential, along with proficiency in SAP-MM, Siemens TeamCenter, and MS Office. This role offers competitive remuneration and various attractive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Social benefits

30 days annual holiday

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant discipline.
• Relevant working experience, preferably in motorsport or automotive industry.
• Experience in sourcing composite components for race cars is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Be the interface between the project team and suppliers.
• Develop and perform project-related purchasing strategies.
• Evaluate suppliers and participate in the selection process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiating skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Commitment

Flexibility

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

SAP-MM

Siemens TeamCenter

MS Office

Job description

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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

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Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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Job Description:

Don’t just go to work; become part of a unique company within a fast-moving industry. Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe – creating excitement through team spirit and advanced technology!

We are looking for a Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) for composite components to be part of our research and development, customer and works motorsport team in Cologne, Germany.

Are you a team player who thrives on responsibility, with strong analytical and negotiating skills? Then you are the right person to take on this challenge. Experience team work and be inspired by the passion of our 550-strong workforce for motorsport and automotive projects.

What we offer:

• exciting projects and a place for technical freedom and innovation to get things moving
• attractive benefits packages e.g. competitive remuneration, social benefits, 30 days annual holiday, free on-site gym
• a challenging, fulfilling workplace in a multi-national company within a familiar atmosphere - driven by fascination and passion
• be the interface between the project team and our suppliers
• develop and perform project related purchasing strategies
• evaluate suppliers and participate in the selection process, handle cost estimations and ensure budget framework is observed
• manage the buying process for motorsport components in line with specified costs, quality, quantity and delivery target
• perform market research and monitor changes/ trends

Your profile:

• have a degree in a relevant discipline
• relevant working experience (preferably motorsport or automotive industry)
• ideally experienced in sourcing composite components for race cars
• sound knowledge of SAP-MM, Siemens TeamCenter and MS Office
• write and speak professional English
• high level of commitment & flexibility
• ability to work in a team and strong communication skills