Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) Composite

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Ipswich is seeking a Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) for composite components. You will manage purchasing processes, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery targets in a dynamic motorsport environment. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in the automotive sector, and proven negotiating skills. The role offers competitive pay, social benefits, and a fulfilling work atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive pay

30 days annual leave

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• Relevant work experience, preferably in motorsport or automotive industry.
• Experience sourcing composite components for race cars is preferred.
• Fluent in professional English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project-related purchasing strategies.
• Manage the purchasing process for motorsport components.
• Conduct supplier evaluation and selection, cost estimation, and budget management.
• Perform market research and trend monitoring.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiating skills

Team player

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

SAP-MM

Siemens TeamCenter

MS Office

Job description

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

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Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

Ipswich, Germany

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

Job Description:

Join a dynamic team at Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe, working within a fast-moving industry that values innovation and team spirit. We are seeking a Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) for composite components to join our research and development, customer, and motorsport teams in Cologne, Germany.

If you are a team player with responsibility, strong analytical and negotiating skills, and experience in motorsport or automotive sourcing, especially for composite components, you may be the perfect fit. Be inspired by our passionate 550-strong workforce dedicated to motorsport and automotive projects.

What we offer:

• Exciting projects that foster technical freedom and innovation
• Attractive benefits, including competitive pay, social benefits, 30 days annual leave, and free on-site gym
• A challenging, fulfilling environment within a multinational company that values passion and fascination
• The opportunity to interface between project teams and suppliers
• Development and execution of project-related purchasing strategies
• Supplier evaluation and selection, cost estimation, and budget management
• Management of the purchasing process for motorsport components, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery targets
• Market research and trend monitoring

Your profile:

• Degree in a relevant discipline
• Relevant work experience, preferably in motorsport or automotive industry
• Experience sourcing composite components for race cars is preferred
• Proficiency with SAP-MM, Siemens TeamCenter, and MS Office
• Fluent in professional English, both written and spoken
• High commitment and flexibility
• Strong teamwork and communication skills