Technical Buyer

**Job Description
REQ ID: 120570

JOB TITLE: Technical Buyer

SALARY: £39,400 - £52,200

POSTING END DATE: 15/11/2023

LOCATION: Gaydon

Beyond Property, Purchasing, HR and IT, more than being part of our Finance or Marketing teams, beyond even Sales and Service, every role in every business area offers unique opportunities to make an impact on the future of mobility and the automotive industry.

**WHAT TO EXPECT**

Are you passionate about the future of the automotive industry and the transition to electric vehicles? We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our passionate and influential team here at JLR, as Technical Buyer for electrical distribution. You shall be responsible for all post sourcing and contract management activities within the Electrical Distribution Systems domain.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in sourcing and procuring essential components for electric vehicle power distribution while collaborating cross-functionally from an internal and external perspective. Reporting to the Regional Purchasing Manager, this role will see you support the Global Commodity Leaders and Global Strategic Buyers in the development and execution of commodity strategies and the Global sourcing activity through the Global Sourcing Process. You will develop and execute key performance indicators across the designated regional suppliers, engaging with stakeholders and specialists within the Purchasing Function as required.

This role is pivotal for interface with other key functions within JLR and acts as a core conduit for true cross functional working. You shall work closely alongside Production Purchasing, Material Planning & Logistics, Supplier Technical Assistance, Product Engineering, Cost Engineering and Manufacturing.

**WHAT YOU'LL NEED**

As a Technical Buyer, you will need a proven ability to effectively negotiate contracts, terms and pricing with suppliers, resulting in cost savings and favourable agreements for JLR. Experience in implementing total cost management principles shall be vital, taking into considering the full cost of ownership, quality, and efficiency in procurement decisions.

You will manage all new model programme introduction of designated systems within electrical distribution which shall include, contracted supplier obligations, production readiness and resolution as well as any commercial & programme issues or risks. You shall be responsible for robust delivery to target cost, ensuring resolution of in-contract commercial issues including unverified invoices relating to price queries, annual cost reduction, tooling costs, design changes and all liability claims.

Demonstrated expertise in optimizing manufacturing processes and managing supplier process management shall be pivotal, building and maintaining strong, long-term relationships with suppliers, ensuring reliability, quality, and performance standards are met.

**Knowledge, skills & Experience**:
Essential:
Proven procurement and logistics expertise with a background gained within Automotive, Engineering or semi related sectors.
- Experience of delivering complex supply chain solutions in a fast paced, high pressured manufacturing environment.A proven track record in delivering results in both favourable and unfavourable conditions.
- Understand and operates supplier relationship management.

**SO WHY US?**

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you'll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.