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Senior technical buyer - automotive / motorsport

Warwick
CALLUM
Technical buyer
Posted: 28 June
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Senior Technical Buyer - Automotive / Motorsport


Senior Technical Buyer - Automotive / Motorsport

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We are looking for a highly organized and proactiveSenior Technical Buyerto join our specialised team at CALLUM; focused onsmall series production, show car builds & many other exciting fields. This role combines strategic sourcing with hands-on management to deliver high-quality, cost effective, on-time limited-run product commissions. You will manage procurement activities end-to-end from concept - through to delivery. Ensuring all parts, materials & services meet bespoke specifications, aggressive lead times, and premium quality standards.

Responsibilities

* Lead end-to-end purchasing activities for low-volume automotive projects including show cars, concept vehicles, and exclusive small series builds.
* Possess a strong technical background in order to converse confidently between suppliers and Engineering/Operation departments.
* Source and develop niche suppliers capable of meeting highly customized and time-critical requirements.
* Work with Programme Management team to collaboratively build timing plans and release schedules & maintain plans in order to meet project deliverables.
* Work with the company’s Finance Department to align external commitment/terms to company revenue as well as managing the company’s risk.
* Collaborate closely with engineering, design, and fabrication teams to align procurement strategy with creative and technical goals.
* Manage RFQs, cost analysis, supplier selection, and contracting for a wide range of components and materials, including one-off and hand-built parts.
* Monitor critical timelines and ensure delivery of parts to support tight prototype build schedules.
* Act as the main purchasing contact for project teams, managing updates, risks, and contingency planning.
* Maintain up-to-date BOM costing and support the budgeting process with real-time cost data.
* Drive cost, quality, and lead time improvements while balancing the unique demands of design-focused, low-volume projects.
* Work with Business Development team, contributing accurate cost information to enhance estimates and subsequent quote accuracy.
* Ensure compliance with project, quality, and documentation standards.

Preferred Attributes

* Background in automotive, concept vehicle or motorsport project environments.
* Familiarity with design-intent prototyping, CMF (Colour, Material, Finish) sourcing, and boutique craftsmanship.
* Strong attention to detail & wealth of experience in project management.
* Experience with one-off or short-run part procurement, including 3D printing, CNC machining, and custom interiors.
* Understanding NPI processes and procedures.
* Ability to address issues as they arise, and both make and drive decisions


Seniority level

* Seniority level

Mid-Senior level


Employment type

* Employment type

Full-time


Job function

* Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain
* Industries

Design Services

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