Job Description:

Direct Buyer (Automotive)

£27.38 per hour - Inside IR35

Based in Laindon, Dunton

A great opportunity to work in commodity purchase with a supply base facing unprecedented levels of change with the move from internal combustion engines to EV/AV.

Develop sourcing strategies looking at the transition from ICE to BEV to leverage best value outcomes for the business in value, quality, efficiency and capability with a financially stable & optimal supply base.

Perform benchmarking activities such as market tests to create/maintain a world-class supply base and follow sourcing processes

Complete sourcing documentation in line with program timing & cost targets

Place production purchase / tool orders in line with purchasing procedure

Ensure suppliers have sufficient installed capacity to support volumes

Skills Required:

• Strong business and commercial acumen and excellent written and verbal abilities.
• Demonstrable understanding of current challenges facing the automotive industry and the role of purchasing to support the business
• Excellent negotiation skills to drive cost reduction and protect supply
• Outstanding interpersonal skills including relationship building Experience of working in cross functional teams
• Excellent numerical and analytical data skills
• An ability to present competently
• Strong organizational and project management skills; self-starter

Experience Required:

• Minimum 3 years experience required within a Purchasing setting, preferably automotive Location: Dunton 4 days a week required in the office. Travel is possible