Buyer

Buyer (6-month contract)

Annual Salary: £48,000-£52,000 (DOE)

Location: South Oxfordshire

Job Type: Full-time

4 days working onsite (parking available), 1 day working from home

Day-to-day of the role:

• Source and procure components and services, balancing lead time, quality, and cost.
• Negotiate favourable terms with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
• Process purchase orders and manage supplier relationships.
• Handle non-conformances efficiently to minimise production delays.
• Maintain accurate purchase records and conduct supplier audits.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Create new contracts and manage tender processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Substantial procurement experience gained in automotive sector
• Strong understanding of technical drawings and manufacturing techniques.
• Proven ability to manage a large and dynamic order book.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.