Senior Technical Buyer – Automotive | Low-Volume | Bespoke Builds
Location: Warwickshire (Hybrid / On-site as required)
Type: Full-time | Permanent
Are you a strategic thinker with a hands-on mindset and a passion for bespoke, design-led automotive projects? We’re looking for a Senior Technical Buyer to support a highly specialised team delivering premium show cars, concept vehicles, and low-volume production programmes.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two builds are the same — managing the full procurement process from concept through to delivery, ensuring every part, material, and service meets demanding quality, design, and lead-time requirements.
What You’ll Be Doing:
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Lead end-to-end purchasing activities across limited-run automotive projects.
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Communicate confidently between suppliers, engineering, design, and operations to ensure alignment on technical and creative requirements.
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Identify and manage a niche supplier base capable of delivering custom, time-sensitive components.
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Work closely with Programme Managers to build and maintain delivery schedules and ensure procurement supports project milestones.
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Maintain real-time cost data and BOMs to support budgeting and quoting processes.
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Drive improvements across cost, lead times, and quality without compromising on design intent or build excellence.
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Act as the key purchasing contact across multi-disciplinary project teams.
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Ensure all documentation, standards, and compliance requirements are met throughout the process.
What We’re Looking For:
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Background in automotive, motorsport, or concept vehicle environments.
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Experience with short-run or one-off part procurement, including CNC, 3D printing, and custom interiors.
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Familiarity with NPI processes and supply chain optimisation in low-volume, premium manufacturing.
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Comfortable sourcing materials for CMF (Colour, Material, Finish) and boutique craftsmanship.
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Exceptional communication and decision-making skills, with a proactive and detail-focused approach.
This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in delivering high-performance, design-focused automotive projects. If you're passionate about sourcing the exceptional and thrive in a creative, collaborative environment — we want to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch to find out more