Buyer

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We stand at the intersection between art and automotive excellence... Based at Bicester Heritage since 2020... The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] culture is inclusive, expert and friendly...

Purpose of the role

We need an enthusiastic Buyer to grow our supply chain and Procurement team. An integral role within the business you will be responsible for the timely procurement of components and commodities for manufacture of our vehicles. The successful candidate must be able to work both independently and as part of a small close-knit team. We’re a fast moving start up, and a ‘can do’ attitude is essential.

Principal role accountabilities

• Life-cycle responsibility delivering high quality, value for money components into [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].
• Accountability for cost and budget management for direct-spend portfolios
• New supplier identification and introduction into [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].
• Deliver commodity strategy in line with business requirements aligned with the organisation’s key stakeholders.
• Reference and awareness of technology and quality roadmaps within scope.
• Work cross-functionally with all departments to drive core quality, cost principles and process.
• Develop strong, long-term relationships with Suppliers.
• Managed supplier performance on cost, quality and on time delivery.
• Demonstrate exceptional organisational skills whilst adhering to accuracy and detail in reporting.
• Material Resource Planning with use of SAP B1

Knowledge, skills & experience

Essential:

• Previous procurement experience
• A strong, clear and confident communicator.
• Ability to work to deadlines and demands.
• Keen attention to accuracy and detail.
• Proven commercial background / strong negotiator.
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated to work autonomously.
• Experience within small/medium businesses
• Engineering and technical knowledge
• A hands-on approach. Comfortable in the stores as well as the office
• Team Player. Working coherently with other team members to deliver to the highest standards
• Enthusiastic & passionate about what you do and our products - striving to go the extra mile.
• Experience of ERP Systems – Ideally SAP B1

Nice to have:

• Electrical Commodity experience
• Previous manufacturing / automotive procurement experience
• Knowledge of niche Production/Assembly environments
• Able to understand and interpret detailed component and assembly drawings.
• Understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes and their appropriate selection.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Benefits & Perks

• Private healthcare including optical, dental & hearing cover with Vitality Health
• Death in Service Insurance x 4 annual salary – coming soon
• A family friendly employer offering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, flexible working patterns and hybrid working locations where possible.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with an extra day of holiday for every year of service (up to 35 days)
• Share options after 6 months of service
• Monthly bonus scheme with ‘Extra Mile’ Award
• 1-month unpaid leave option (after a year’s service)
• Members of Nest pension scheme
• Members of Cycle to Work Scheme
• Monthly team events
• Birthday presents
• Bring your dog to the office (subject to Chewie’s sign off!)
• Subsidized café lunches
• Free parking on site in the beautiful Bicester Heritage site where our HQ is based – a stunning place for

Keen to apply?

We want to hear from you! Please send us your CV and a covering letter (maximum 400 words) stating why you are the right candidate for this role. Please don’t just repeat your CV – we are looking for a flavour of you and what you can bring [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. Think of this as your own personal highlights reel.

Please note that if you have not heard from us one month after the closing date of the advert then on this occasion then you have not been successful. However, we will keep all applications on file and be in touch if any future roles match your skills.