Automotive Buyer - Interior

Your new companyOur client operates in a highly complex, fast-paced manufacturing environment where procurement is central to driving performance and competitive advantage.You'll join a high-performing, agile team, working closely with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and Legal. This is a visible role with real influence-offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to shape strategic sourcing decisions. Taking ownership of a defined commodity area, you'll lead sourcing activity and manage supplier relationships to deliver best-in-class outcomes across cost, quality, and innovation.Your new roleOwn end-to-end sourcing across interior commoditiesNegotiate and implement robust supplier contracts aligned to business goalsDrive cost optimisation and deliver tangible savingsDevelop and execute forward-thinking commodity strategiesLead supplier selection, evaluation, and sourcing recommendationsEnsure supplier performance meets programme targets (cost, quality, timing, technical)Act as the key interface for supplier relationship management (SRM)Support risk mitigation, total cost analysis, and supply chain resilienceWork cross-functionally to align commercial, technical, and quality requirementsWhat you'll need to succeedProven procurement experience within complex manufacturing (e.g. automotive, aerospace, mobility)Strong background in commodity strategy development and executionCommercially astute, with solid cost analysis and cost breakdown experienceConfident negotiating within technical, fast-paced environmentsStrong stakeholder management and influencing skillsAnalytical, detail-driven, and solutions-focusedClear and effective communicatorTrack record of building high-performing supplier relationshipsDegree (or equivalent) in Business, Engineering, or related field desirableCIPS (or equivalent) advantageousWhat you'll get in returnCompetitive salary + discretionary bonusClear progression and structured developmentGenerous holiday with flexible optionsEnhanced pension schemePrivate medical and wellbeing supportFlexible, lifestyle-led benefits packageProgressive parental leaveAdditional support including EAP and financial wellbeing toolsWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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