Buyer | Kidlington, Oxfordshire | Full Time, Office-based | Working hours are 8:30 am–5:00 pm (preferred) or 8:00 am–4:30 pm | £35,000-£40,000 per annum
What's in it for you?
You'll be joining a pioneering organisation at the forefront of EV powertrain innovation, renowned for transforming classic vehicles with cutting-edge electric technology.
You'll work alongside a passionate, sustainability-driven team, contribute to meaningful change within the automotive industry, and play a key role in shaping future processes as the organisation scales.
The benefits include:
20 days holiday, increasing to 25 days after five years' service
Pension scheme
Are you the right person for the job?
You'll thrive here if you:
Have proven experience as a Buyer within a medium-sized enterprise
Bring solid knowledge of automotive parts
Can confidently read and interpret engineering drawings and technical data
Communicate clearly, adapt quickly, and maintain a proactive, can-do attitude
Work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team
Desirable experience includes:
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Teams)
Familiarity with tools like Asana or Jira
Experience with inventory control systems such as Partsbox
Driver's licence preferred but not essential
What will your role look like?
Reporting to the CFO and based onsite at the Kidlington headquarters, you will be central to ensuring smooth operational performance. Your responsibilities will span technical and non-technical purchasing, supplier management, and overseeing the journey of purchased items through the business.
Key responsibilities include:
Sourcing and raising orders for contract and non-contract items using both manual and digital requisition systems
Creating and managing Bills of Materials
Maintaining accurate supplier information and reviewing supplier performance
Developing and refining buying processes as needed
Adjusting component parameters to secure on-time availability and optimal batch sizes
Chasing and progressing purchase orders in coordination with Production
Managing inventory levels
Coordinating the shipping of parts and components to customers worldwide
Supporting other areas of the business in line with reasonable requests
What's next? It's easy! Click “APPLY” now! We can't wait to hear from you!
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