Oxfordshire. Onsite
Automotive and motorsport sector
Strong salary, pension. 25 days holiday plus option to buy more,
Unfortunately, no sponsorship opportunity for overseas candidates
The Opportunity
This is a role at the sharp end of automotive and motorsport programme delivery.
As a Senior Programme Buyer, you will take ownership of procurement across high-performance vehicle programmes, supporting fast-paced launch environments where timing, precision, and supplier execution are critical. From early sourcing strategy through to build events and final validation, you will play a key role in ensuring every component is delivered to meet demanding programme and customer expectations.
You will act as the commercial lead within the programme, working closely with engineering, manufacturing, and OEM customers to bring complex, performance-driven vehicles to life.
What You Will Be Responsible For
Programme Leadership in Launch Environments
Lead procurement delivery across automotive and motorsport launch programmes and key commodity workstreams
Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned to aggressive timing plans, cost targets, and programme risk
Act as the primary procurement interface between internal teams, suppliers, and OEM customers
Drive alignment across engineering, programme, quality, and manufacturing functions to ensure delivery success
Build Phases and Supplier Readiness
Own procurement delivery across all build phases, including prototype, pre-production, and launch builds
Ensure all parts, tooling, and documentation are in place to support build events and validation activity
Coordinate supplier readiness for HLTO (High Level Timing Overview) and critical build milestones
Resolve supply, tooling, and readiness issues at pace to protect programme timing
Commercial Control and Programme Ownership
Own BOM cost, supplier commitments, and commercial agreements across the full programme lifecycle
Maintain accurate purchasing data including price, lead times, tooling, and MOQ
Manage cost tracking, commercial change, and invoice accuracy throughout the programme
Identify and mitigate supply chain, capacity, and commercial risks before they impact delivery
What You Will Bring
Strong experience in automotive purchasing within Tier-1, OEM, or motorsport environments.
Proven experience supporting or leading procurement across vehicle or product launch programmes
Deep understanding of OEM programme gates, sourcing processes, and supplier readiness expectations
Experience managing tooling, supplier nomination, and programme-level commercial agreements
Ability to operate effectively in high-pressure, fast-moving environments with demanding timelines
Confident working within ERP systems and programme reporting structures
Why Join
Work on cutting-edge automotive and motorsport programmes from concept through to launch
Be part of a high-performance environment where speed, quality, and delivery matter
Take full ownership of procurement within complex, technically driven programmes
Collaborate with leading engineers, suppliers, and OEM customers on high-visibility projects
Summary
This is an opportunity for a commercially sharp, delivery-focused Senior Buyer who thrives in launch environments and wants to play a key role in bringing high-performance vehicles to market.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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