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Direct Commodity Buyer (Powertrain Components)
Reference: 56511
Umbrella Rate: A GBP 27.38/hr, increasing to A GBP 35.89/hr after 12 weeks (Inside IR35)
Do you have experience of purchasing within the automotive industry? This is your chance to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation as a Direct Commodity Buyer for Powertrain Components. With the automotive world transitioning from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles, you'll be at the heart of this change, shaping the future of mobility while advancing your career in a challenging and rewarding environment.
What You Will Do
- Develop sourcing strategies that leverage the transition from internal combustion engines to battery electric vehicles, ensuring value, quality, and efficiency.
- Conduct benchmarking activities and market tests to maintain a world-class supply base.
- Complete sourcing documentation in line with programme timing and cost targets.
- Place production purchase and tooling orders in accordance with purchasing procedures.
- Monitor supplier quality performance and drive cost reduction initiatives through effective negotiation and collaboration.
- Handle raw material negotiations and support distressed supplier management to ensure supply chain stability.
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What You Will Bring
- Proven experience in a purchasing role within the automotive industry, along with a degree qualification or equivalent experience.
- Strong business acumen and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrable understanding of the challenges facing the automotive industry and how purchasing can support business objectives.
- Proven negotiation skills with a track record of delivering cost reductions and value improvements.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams, coupled with strong organisational and project management skills.
In this role, you'll play a critical part in shaping the company's supply base, ensuring it remains competitive and robust in a rapidly changing industry. By driving supplier performance, leveraging cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring quality standards, you'll directly contribute to the company's mission to deliver innovative and sustainable mobility solutions.
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Location
This role is based in Dunton, with a requirement to work on-site four days a week. Occasional travel may also be required.
Interested?
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact in the automotive industry, apply now to become a Powertrain Components Direct Commodity Buyer. Don't miss this opportunity to join a company that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration. Your next career move starts here
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