Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) Composite

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading racing company in Cologne is seeking a Technical Purchaser for composite components. You will develop purchasing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure cost and quality targets are met. Ideal candidates have a degree in a relevant field and experience in motorsport or automotive sectors. This role offers exciting projects and an attractive benefits package, including 30 days holiday and a free on-site gym.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Social benefits

30 days annual holiday

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• Relevant working experience, preferably in motorsport or automotive.
• Experience in sourcing composite components for race cars.
• Professional English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Interface between project team and suppliers.
• Develop and execute purchasing strategies.
• Manage buying process according to costs, quality, and delivery targets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiating skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

SAP-MM

Siemens TeamCenter

MS Office

Job description

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

Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

Cologne, 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 within a familiar atmosphere - driven by fascination and passion
• Be the interface between the project team and our suppliers
• Develop and execute project-related purchasing strategies
• Evaluate suppliers and participate in the selection process, handle cost estimations, and ensure the 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