Technical Purchaser (m/f/d) Composite

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An international automotive company in Oxford is seeking a Technical Purchaser to join their motorsport team. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field, strong analytical and negotiating skills, and experience in the motorsport or automotive industry. Responsibilities include managing purchasing strategies and supplier evaluations. A competitive remuneration package and benefits like a gym membership are offered.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

30 days annual holiday

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• Relevant working experience, preferably in motorsport or automotive industry.
• Ideally experienced in sourcing composite components for race cars.
• Write and speak professional English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and perform project-related purchasing strategies.
• Evaluate suppliers and participate in the selection process.
• 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, Oxford district

Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

Oxford district, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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 be part of our research and development, customer, and works motorsport team in Oxford, UK.

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 in teamwork and being inspired by the passion of our 550-strong workforce for motorsport and automotive projects is essential.

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
• 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 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 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