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Buyer (Advanced Technology) – Prodrive
At Prodrive, we believe there’s no limit to what can be achieved when the brightest minds come together. Joining one focused and driven team, you will challenge boundaries to change the game for our customers.
We are the world’s leading independent motorsport company, behind some of the greatest names and successes in motorsport over the last 40 years. Our Advanced Technology business combines agility with innovation to deliver complex engineering solutions and specialist manufacturing programmes for the automotive, aerospace, marine, and defence sectors, accelerating the net zero journey for our customers.
About the Role
We are seeking a Buyer to independently manage defined supplier packages, ensuring cost savings, on-time delivery, and performance alignment with customer and programme expectations. This role requires balancing commercial expertise, governance, and delivery discipline in a fast-paced, structured environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Independently manage assigned sourcing and supply management packages within OEM programmes.
- Engage directly with suppliers to: -Negotiate pricing, lead times, capacity, and delivery commitments.
- Monitor components from sourcing to receipt, proactively addressing delays or issues.
- Ensure all components meet specification, documentation, and quality standards.
- Track and maintain accurate purchasing data (prices, lead times, tooling, minimum order quantities (MOQ), commitments).
- Resolve invoice discrepancies by reconciling purchase orders (PO), deliveries, and supplier documentation.
- Apply discretion in balancing cost, delivery timelines, and programme risk.
- Oversee components throughout the full lifecycle (sourcing to build, and programme closure).
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Requirements
- Degree-level education or a technical qualification, or equivalent.
- 3+ years of experience in purchasing roles within automotive, manufacturing, or Tier-1 environments.
- Hands-on experience working to customer and programme requirements.
- Familiarity with ERP/purchasing systems.
- Abilities:
- Highly structured and organised.
- Capable of working efficiently within a process-controlled and fast-paced setting.
- Strong commercial judgement and problem-solving skills.
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What We Offer
- An attractive salary, growing with your development and impact.
- 25 days holiday (plus bonus days for long service), with the opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days.
- Training opportunities for ongoing professional development.
- Onsite subsidised staff restaurant.
- Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes.
- Cyclescheme access.
- Regular exercise classes.
- Paid volunteer time off.
- Access to consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert team.
- Annual social events.
- Company discounts.
- Life assurance plans.
Our Commitment
We are an equal opportunities employer. At Prodrive, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace, nurturing diverse talent, and removing barriers that could disproportionately affect any individual. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply and become part of our journey.
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