Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) Composite

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company is looking for a Technical Purchaser in Cambridge, England. The role involves developing purchasing strategies for motorsport components, evaluating suppliers, and managing the buying process. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, experience in the motorsport or automotive industry, and knowledge of SAP-MM and Siemens TeamCenter. Attractive benefits include competitive pay, social benefits, and 30 days of annual holiday.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

30 days annual holiday

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• Relevant working experience in motorsport or automotive industry.
• Experience in sourcing composite components for race cars preferred.
• High level of commitment and flexibility required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and perform project-related purchasing strategies.
• Evaluate suppliers and handle cost estimations.
• Manage the buying process for motorsport components.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiating skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Degree in relevant discipline

Tools

SAP-MM

Siemens TeamCenter

MS Office

Job description

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Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) Composite, Cambridge

Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

Cambridge, Germany

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

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 join 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 teamwork 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 multinational company with 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 targets
• Perform market research and monitor changes/trends

Your profile:

• Have a degree in a relevant discipline
• Relevant working experience (preferably in motorsport or the 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