Senior Technical Buyer: Precision Machining

Toyota Deutschland GmbH; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Toyota Racing Development (TRD) is seeking a highly skilled Technical Buyer to bridge engineering needs with the global supplier base. The role emphasizes sourcing precision machined engine components for NASCAR programs, while maintaining cost, quality, and on-time delivery targets.

You will work with engineering, planning, and quality teams, manage supplier contracts, and drive continuous improvement through cost reduction and supplier development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or supply chain discipline; equivalent experience considered.
• 7–10 years purchasing experience in precision machining or high-performance manufacturing.
• Experience managing suppliers of complex machined components with tight tolerances.
• Hands-on familiarity with MRP/ERP systems in production planning and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate, and procure precision machined components for TRD NASCAR engine programs.
• Manage supplier relationships across domestic and international partners (U.S., Europe, Japan).
• Collaborate with engineering, planning, and quality teams on technical requirements and timing.
• Develop and maintain purchase orders, contracts, and pricing agreements in an MRP-driven environment.
• Analyze demand, lead times, and capacity to optimize inventory and avoid shortages.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Cost reduction

Cross-functional teamwork

Sourcing strategies

Logistics coordination

Global supplier relationships

Quality/technical understanding

Procurement analytics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

MRP/ERP systems (Syspro, SAP, Oracle)

SAP

Oracle

CAD drawing tools (SolidWorks/CREO)

Job description

Toyota Racing Development (TRD) is seeking a highly skilled Technical Buyer to bridge engineering needs with the global supplier base. The role emphasizes sourcing precision machined engine components for NASCAR programs, while maintaining cost, quality, and on-time delivery targets.

You will work with engineering, planning, and quality teams, manage supplier contracts, and drive continuous improvement through cost reduction and supplier development initiatives.