Interim Automotive Buyer | Circa £500 per day
1 week ago
Bramwith Consulting Ready to join a world-renowned, high-performance automotive brand at the forefront of innovation and technology? This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished Interim Commodity Buyer to play a pivotal role in driving procurement excellence across key vehicle commodity groups. You'll be joining a fast-moving, precision-driven environment where engineering, performance and innovation converge, and importantly where procurement has a direct influence on quality, cost, and future product success. The Opportunity: As an Interim Commodity Buyer, you'll take ownership of sourcing and supplier management within specific commodity areas ranging from Electric Powertrain and Electrical Systems to Chassis, Body, Interior, Exterior and Carbon Components. You'll work collaboratively with Engineering, Supplier Quality and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver sourcing strategies that balance performance, innovation, and commercial value. What You'll Do: Lead supplier negotiations and finalise production contracts across assigned commodities. Develop and deploy strategic sourcing plans that ensure cost, quality, and timing objectives are met. Conduct supplier assessments and make informed sourcing recommendations. Drive cost reduction initiatives and mitigate supplier cost increases. Collaborate cross-functionally to align technical, commercial, and quality requirements. Act as a key contact for supplier relationship management (SRM) and performance tracking. Support risk assessments and total acquisition cost analysis. What We're Looking For: Proven experience in procurement or commodity buying within a manufacturing or automotive environment. Strong negotiation skills and confidence managing complex supplier relationships. Sound understanding of cost breakdown analysis, risk assessment, and structured sourcing strategy. Commercially astute, analytical and detail-oriented with a collaborative approach. Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field preferred. CIPS qualification advantageous. Why Apply? You'll be joining a truly dynamic and prestigious engineering business where innovation meets precision. The pace is fast, and the impacts are immediate making this an ideal platform for an ambitious procurement professional who thrives on challenge and delivery. Keywords: Procurement, Buyer, Senior Buyer, Procurement Buyer, Category Buyer, Sourcing Specialist, Procurement Specialist, Category Specialist, Lead Buyer, Commodity Buyer, Category Manager, Strategic Sourcing, Sourcing Manager, Procurement Manager, Category Manager, Supplier Management, Automotive, Motorsport, Electric Powertrain, Chassis, Electrical, Carbon Fibre, Body in White, Manufacturing, Engineering, Interim, Contract, FTC, Temporary, Warwickshire, West Midlands
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West Midlands, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeInterim Automotive Buyer | Circa £500 per day (Inside IR35) | West Midlands / Warwickshire (Hybrid)To apply please contact Oskar at o.elliott@bramwithconsulting.co.uk Ready to join a world-renowned, high-performance automotive brand at the forefront of innovation and technology? This is a rare opportunity for an accomplished Interim Commodity Buyer to play...
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Interim Automotive Buyer: Powertrain
1 day ago
West Midlands, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeA high-performance automotive brand is seeking an Interim Automotive Buyer. You will play a crucial role in managing supplier relationships and driving procurement strategies across key vehicle commodities. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in procurement within the automotive sector and is skilled in negotiations and cost analysis. This position...
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west midlands, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full timeInterim Commodity Buyer – Direct Procurement Projects | c. £450 per day Interim Contract - Immediate Start | West Midlands or Surrey (Hybrid) To apply & learn more please contact Are you a commercially sharp procurement professional with experience across direct commodities procurement? This is an opportunity to step into an impactful interim role where...
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West Midlands, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full timeInterim Commodity Buyer – Direct Procurement Projects | c. £450 per dayInterim Contract - Immediate Start | West Midlands or Surrey (Hybrid)To apply & learn more please contact jobsoe@bramwithconsulting.co.ukAre you a commercially sharp procurement professional with experience across direct commodities procurement? This is an opportunity to step into an...
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West Midlands, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full timeInterim Commodity Buyer – Direct Procurement Projects | c. £450 per dayInterim Contract - Immediate Start | West Midlands or Surrey (Hybrid)To apply & learn more please contact jobsoe@bramwithconsulting.co.ukAre you a commercially sharp procurement professional with experience across direct commodities procurement? This is an opportunity to step into an...
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Interim Commodity Buyer
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Co. West Midlands, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full timeInterim Commodity Buyer – Direct Procurement Projects | c. £450 per day Interim Contract - Immediate Start | West Midlands or Surrey (Hybrid) To apply & learn more please contact jobsoe@bramwithconsulting.co.uk Are you a commercially sharp procurement professional with experience across direct commodities procurement? This is an opportunity to step into...
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Interim Head of Sales – Automotive OEM
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West Midlands, United Kingdom Myn Full timeInterim Head of Sales – Automotive OEM Location: Midlands / Hybrid Day Rate: £550 - £700 (outside IR35) Duration: 6 - 12 months Myn is an AI‑driven marketplace that connects candidates, clients and recruiters. Myn collaborates with leading employers to offer exclusive, carefully matched contract and permanent positions. Our recruitment partners have...
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West Midlands, United Kingdom Myn Full timeA leading AI-driven marketplace is seeking an Interim Head of Sales in the automotive sector. You will manage key relationships and develop sales strategies for major OEMs while driving new business initiatives. This hybrid role requires over 8 years of automotive sales leadership experience, including strong negotiation skills. Competitive day rates and a...
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West Midlands, United Kingdom TXM Recruit Full timeA leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Buyer for a full-time role in Solihull, West Midlands. The successful candidate will support indirect procurement operations within a growing manufacturing business. Key responsibilities include procuring goods, managing supplier relationships, and supporting procurement administration. Automotive experience...
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Purchasing Agent
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Co. West Midlands, United Kingdom Bramwith Consulting Full timeInterim Commodity Buyer – Direct Procurement Projects | c. £450 per day Interim Contract - Immediate Start | West Midlands or Surrey (Hybrid) Are you a commercially sharp procurement professional with experience across direct commodities procurement? This is an opportunity to step into an impactful interim role where you will directly influence cost,...
