VCARB F1 Team - Senior Buyer

Red Bull; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports team based in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement related to Marketing & Communication. The successful candidate will negotiate contracts, ensure compliance with budget requirements, and work collaboratively with various departments. Excellent English proficiency and good Microsoft Office skills are required, with the added benefit of proficiency in Italian. Join a dynamic team to make a significant impact in the fast-paced world of Formula 1.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Free daily food allowance

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Car Scheme

Gym

Qualifications

• Ability to negotiate terms of supply contracts.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and, preferably, Italian.
• Experience working with external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and purchase services for Marketing & Communication department.
• Implement and standardize procurement processes.
• Work with Marketing, Finance, and Legal departments to ensure compliance.

Skills

Proficient with English

Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

Good communication ability with external suppliers

Resilience and ability to work under pressure

Solid decision making

Negotiating skills

Team playing skills

Proficient with Italian

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Company Description

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is one of two Red Bull-owned F1 teams.

Today's Formula 1 calls for a high level of specialist skills in every area. At Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team we strongly believe that every member of our staff can and should lead innovation and continuous improvement in such a competitive and dynamic working environment.

Sounds exciting, doesn't? Don't miss your chance to make an impact!

Job Description

We are looking for a brilliant Senior Buyer reporting to the Lead Buyer Indirect. The role is responsible for negotiating and purchasing of services and goods related to our Marketing & Communication department, ensuring budget requirements and delivery dates.

They will also implement and standardize procurement processes and procedures aligned with HQ's established processes and revising them with the aim of driving performance improvement of the function.

Please note that recruitment for this position will take place on a rolling basis, meaning that should the ideal candidate be identified the vacancy will be closed. Should you be interested in the role, we encourage you to promptly apply by sending your updated CV and a brief motivation letter highlighting funded projects managed (program, role, budget); measurable results achieved (funds secured, audits passed, process improvements) and tools and methodologies used.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Purchasing goods based on the marketing plan and in agreement with the fixed budget;
• Entering into customized contracts;
• Negotiating the terms of supply contracts, based on the specific goods and service category, including prices payment agreement, warranties and after sales conditions;
• Monitoring the agreed suppliers contractual T&Cs challenging them accordingly to uphold these in line with company requirements.

Cross-Functional Coordination & Compliance

• Working closely with Marketing, Finance, and Legal departments to ensure that the products are purchased respecting the technical requirements, timetable and containing costs.

Professionalism & Operational Flexibility

• Maintaining a professional approach and promoting a positive image of the department/team/sponsors;
• Providing flexible attendance and attitude in line with role and project-specific needs.

What We Offer

• Bonus Scheme
• Free daily food allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance
• Car Scheme
• Gym
• And many more

Qualifications

• Proficient with English, both written and spoken;
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office;
• Good communication ability with the external suppliers;
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure;
• Solid decision making and negotiating skills;
• Team playing skills with a "can do" attitude;
• Proficient with Italian, both written and spoken, desirable.

Additional Information

Visa Cash App Racing Bulls F1 Team is an equal opportunities employer, we will evaluate applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.