Buyer
Posted 7 days ago
- Wellington, Shropshire
- Permanent
- £40,000 /Yr
- Sponsored
- Expires In 21 days
Buyer - Automotive Manufacturing
Are you a commercially astute Buyer with experience in the automotive sector and a passion for supplier development and strategic sourcing? A leading global manufacturing organisation is seeking a Buyer to join its Telford-based team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, high-performing procurement function. You'll be responsible for supporting both direct and indirect commodity strategies, working closely with internal teams and a global supplier base to maximise value and drive supplier performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor and manage supplier performance in line with group and plant strategies
Support the implementation of procurement strategies, including negotiations and contract compliance
Develop supplier relationships and ensure alignment with category strategies
Build detailed knowledge of supply markets and proactively manage sourcing activities
Report on supplier performance and governance, driving improvements where necessary
Contribute to group-wide deals and value delivery as part of a high-performing procurement team
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and operational standards
Provide training and guidance to suppliers on key processes and policies
What You Bring:
Experience in automotive procurement, ideally with project or programme management exposure
Strong understanding of press tooling and assembly purchasing
Proven experience working with international suppliers, particularly in China
Familiarity with QAFs and data analysis
MCIPS qualified or working towards qualification
Any engineering qualifications are a plus
Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Previous experience with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
You Are:
A confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
Results-driven, action-oriented, and able to operate with urgency
Strategic in approach with a hands-on mentality
Committed to continuous improvement and high standards
Honest, reliable, and a true team player
This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the automotive industry. If you are driven by results, skilled in procurement, and ready to influence supplier performance on a global scale-this role could be your next step
Are you a commercially astute Buyer with experience in the automotive sector and a passion for supplier development and strategic sourcing? A leading global manufacturing organisation is seeking a Buyer to join its Telford-based team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced, high-performing procurement function. You'll be responsible for supporting both direct and indirect commodity strategies, working closely with internal teams and a global supplier base to maximise value and drive supplier performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor and manage supplier performance in line with group and plant strategies
Support the implementation of procurement strategies, including negotiations and contract compliance
Develop supplier relationships and ensure alignment with category strategies
Build detailed knowledge of supply markets and proactively manage sourcing activities
Report on supplier performance and governance, driving improvements where necessary
Contribute to group-wide deals and value delivery as part of a high-performing procurement team
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and operational standards
Provide training and guidance to suppliers on key processes and policies
What You Bring:
Experience in automotive procurement, ideally with project or programme management exposure
Strong understanding of press tooling and assembly purchasing
Proven experience working with international suppliers, particularly in China
Familiarity with QAFs and data analysis
MCIPS qualified or working towards qualification
Any engineering qualifications are a plus
Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Previous experience with OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
You Are:
A confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills
Results-driven, action-oriented, and able to operate with urgency
Strategic in approach with a hands-on mentality
Committed to continuous improvement and high standards
Honest, reliable, and a true team player
This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the automotive industry. If you are driven by results, skilled in procurement, and ready to influence supplier performance on a global scale-this role could be your next step