Senior Buyer
7 days ago
Senior Buyer – AutomotiveLocation: Coventry Industry: Automotive Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £45,000–£55,000 Benefits: Holiday, Pension, At a GlanceCore Focus: Day-to-day buying of component parts to support OEM vehicle programmesEnvironment: Fast-paced, engineering-led automotive setting with close involvement in programme deliveryWhy It Matters: You will ensure critical components and materials reach build lines on time, to cost and qualityIdeal Candidate: A hands-on buyer with experience managing suppliers and parts for automotive programmesAbout the RoleWe’re looking for a Senior Buyer with strong automotive experience to manage the sourcing and delivery of metal materials, castings, forgings and machined components required for multiple OEM vehicle programmes.This is a practical, programme-driven role where you will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality and programme management teams to make sure parts are sourced, ordered and delivered in line with build timing and engineering release schedules.Your responsibilities will centre on supplier communication, purchase order management, issue resolution and ensuring programme demand is met without disruption.Key ResponsibilitiesPurchase aluminium, steel, and other metallic materials needed for vehicle builds and development phasesEnsure parts and materials are delivered on time to support prototype, pre-production and production buildsWork closely with engineering teams to understand BOM changes, drawings, specs and material requirementsIssue and manage RFQs, evaluate supplier quotes, and place purchase orders in line with programme timelinesTrack delivery schedules, resolve shortages, expedite orders and address supply issues quicklySupport engineering change control and update any sourcing or PO requirements accordinglyMonitor supplier performance against OEM standards for quality, cost, delivery and responsivenessAbout YouExperience as a Buyer or Senior Buyer within an automotive OEM or Tier 1Strong understanding of metal materials, castings, machining processes and how they feed into vehicle systemsComfortable working in a fast-paced programme environment with tight deadlinesCapable of reading engineering drawings, specs and understanding material requirementsConfident in managing suppliers, solving delivery problems and supporting build schedulesSkilled in RFQs, PO management, cost tracking and general procurement processesStrong communicator able to work effectively with engineering, quality, logistics and programme teamsEngineering, manufacturing or materials-related background beneficial; CIPS advantageousWhy Join?Support real OEM vehicle programmes with direct impact on build successWork in a collaborative, hands-on automotive procurement teamCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefitsCareer development within an expanding automotive operationShould this position be of interest please apply, its a fantastic company to work for going through a growth phase.
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Senior Buyer
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Coventry, United Kingdom ASC Connections Full timeA specialist manufacturer is recruiting an experienced Senior Buyer to work from their Coventry headquarters. You join the small purchasing team and take responsibility for a selection of suppliers to build strong supplier relationships and negotiate favourable terms. **As the Senior Buyer you will support the Purchasing Manager**: - Work with existing...
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Senior Buyer
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Coventry, United Kingdom Owen Daniels Consultancy Full time**Senior Buyer** **Permanent** **Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 4:30pm, Friday 8:00am - 3:00pm** **(25 days holiday, up to 8% pension)** **Coventry** **Our client is a large aerospace manufacturer, supplying components across the world for both civil and defence purposes. They are looking for a Senior Buyer, who will be responsible for complex supplier...
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Buyer Senior Buyer
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Coventry, United Kingdom W Talent Full timeSenior Buyer – Automotive Location: Automotive Type: Full-Time | Permanent Benefits: Holiday, Pension, Core Focus: Day-to-day buying of component parts to support OEM vehicle programmes Environment: Fast-paced, engineering-led automotive setting with close involvement in programme delivery Why It Matters: You will ensure critical...
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Senior Buyer
7 days ago
Coventry, United Kingdom W Talent Full timeSenior Buyer – AutomotiveLocation: Coventry Industry: Automotive Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £45,000–£55,000 Benefits: Holiday, Pension, At a GlanceCore Focus: Day-to-day buying of component parts to support OEM vehicle programmesEnvironment: Fast-paced, engineering-led automotive setting with close involvement in programme deliveryWhy It...
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Senior Buyer
5 days ago
Coventry, United Kingdom W Talent Full timeSenior Buyer - Automotive Location: Coventry Industry: Automotive (OEM) Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £45,000-£55,000 (DOE) Benefits: Holiday, Pension, Dental, Health, Life Insurance Other: Relocation package available At a Glance Core Focus: Day-to-day buying of metal materials and cast/machined parts to support OEM vehicle programmes Environment:...
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Senior Buyer
5 days ago
Coventry, United Kingdom W Talent Full timeJob DescriptionSenior Buyer – AutomotiveLocation: CoventryIndustry: Automotive Type: Full-Time | PermanentSalary: £45,000–£55,000 Benefits: Holiday, Pension, At a GlanceCore Focus: Day-to-day buying of component parts to support OEM vehicle programmesEnvironment: Fast-paced, engineering-led automotive setting with close involvement in programme...
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Senior Buyer
7 days ago
Coventry, United Kingdom W Talent Full timeSenior Buyer - Automotive Location: CoventryIndustry: Automotive (OEM)Type: Full-Time | PermanentSalary: £45,000-£55,000 (DOE)Benefits: Holiday, Pension, Dental, Health, Life InsuranceOther: Relocation package available At a Glance Core Focus: Day-to-day buying of metal materials and cast/machined parts to support OEM vehicle programmes Environment:...
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Senior Buyer
7 days ago
Coventry, United Kingdom W Talent Full timeSenior Buyer – Automotive Location: Coventry Industry: Automotive Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £45,000–£55,000 Benefits: Holiday, Pension, At a Glance Core Focus: Day-to-day buying of component parts to support OEM vehicle programmes Environment: Fast-paced, engineering-led automotive setting with close involvement in programme delivery Why It...
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Senior Buyer
5 days ago
Coventry, United Kingdom W Talent Full timeSenior Buyer – Automotive Location: Coventry Industry: Automotive Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £45,000–£55,000 Benefits: Holiday, Pension, At a Glance Core Focus: Day-to-day buying of component parts to support OEM vehicle programmes Environment: Fast-paced, engineering-led automotive setting with close involvement in programme delivery Why It...
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Senior Buyer
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Coventry, United Kingdom W Talent Full timeSenior Buyer - Automotive Location: Coventry Industry: Automotive (OEM) Type: Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £45,000-£55,000 (DOE) Benefits: Holiday, Pension, Dental, Health, Life Insurance Other: Relocation package available At a Glance Core Focus: Day-to-day buying of metal materials and cast/machined parts to support OEM vehicle...
