McLaren is seeking a Procurement Manager for its Interiors division, responsible for developing and implementing category strategies and leading a team of buyers. The ideal candidate will manage substantial direct material spend while fostering supplier relationships to ensure technological and cost efficiency
Job Summary
The Commodity Manager will lead the development and deployment of Category Strategies for multi-million pound direct material spend areas.
This role involves driving best-in-class strategies across a team of buyers while ensuring access to the best technology at the lowest achievable total cost.
The successful candidate will act as a role model for procurement professionalism, setting strategic direction for future supplier sourcing within McLaren vehicles.
Matching Summary
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McLaren is seeking a Procurement Manager for its Interiors division, responsible for developing and implementing category strategies and leading a team of buyers. The ideal candidate will manage substantial direct material spend while fostering supplier relationships to ensure technological and cost efficiency.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Category Strategy development
Supplier Relationship Management
Direct material spend management
Team leadership and mentoring
Total cost optimization
Nice-to-have
Best in class procurement strategies
Risk minimization expertise
Access to best technology sourcing
Professional procurement behaviors
Key Requirements
Experience managing multi-million £'s spend
Proven track record in Category Strategy
Leadership experience with buyers and senior buyers