Description
Are you ready to play a key part in driving performance at the highest level of motorsport? We are looking for an
Internal Manufacturing Technical Buyer to join us on a 12-month fixed term contract.
In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient, controlled, and timely procurement of high-quality components that meet the demands of a fast-paced Formula One manufacturing environment. Working closely with Manufacturing, Design, Production, Inspection, Stores, and our External Supply Chain, you will help keep performance on track.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the creation and processing of purchase orders for goods and services.
- Monitoring order status and maintaining communication with suppliers to guarantee timely delivery.
- Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, resolving issues quickly and effectively.
- Assisting with supplier performance evaluation and sourcing new suppliers.
- Helping negotiate prices, terms, and conditions to ensure best value.
- Monitoring inventory levels to avoid shortages or overstocking.
- Coordinating with warehouse and stores on incoming shipments and inventory management.
- Providing market insights and recommendations to the Manufacturing team.
- Maintaining accurate purchasing documentation and preparing performance reports.
- Ensuring purchasing activities adhere to company policy, legal requirements, and industry standards.
- Supporting process-improvement projects within procurement and manufacturing.
- Acting as a key supplier liaison to improve lead times, agility, delivery performance, and value.
- Assisting with onboarding new suppliers alongside Supplier Quality.
- Managing outside operations to achieve required material properties and quality standards.
- Any additional tasks aligned with the role as required.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Broad understanding of Formula One or similar high-performance manufacturing procurement, covering metallics, electronics, and workshop equipment.
- Strong knowledge of component manufacturing processes and assembly.
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems such as IFS, SAP, or similar.
- Self-motivation, with the ability to inspire others in a challenging environment.
- Calm, confident decision-making under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Effective, positive, and respectful communication skills.
- Flexibility, teamwork, and readiness to adapt in a fast-moving environment.
- Results-driven mindset with sound judgment.
- Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative approach.
- A clear commitment to Health & Safety.
Benefits
Investing in your career is paramount. We promote professional and personal development through a provision of learning opportunities and work with you to shape your career and realise your full potential.
As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private healthcare, pension plan, life assurance, TEDSgroup childcare benefits, a cycle-to-work scheme, tech scheme, and car scheme.
You will also have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the AMR Technology Campus, featuring a new on-site gym with fitness, spin and yoga classes, a bistro café, and restaurant.
Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please share this in your application when asked.
