Senior Buyer

Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd

Gaydon, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Senior buying or procurement experience
Manufacturing environment experience
Team management and leadership skills
Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd is seeking a Senior Buyer for its Gaydon site to lead procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships, with a focus on sourcing components for next-generation vehicles. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in procurement, preferably in the automotive sector, and exhibit strong leadership and negotiation skills

Job Summary

  • This role involves leading the development of commodity strategies and managing supplier relationships to deliver parts for next-generation vehicles.
  • The successful candidate will play a vital leadership role by managing and developing a team of buyers while ensuring technical and quality targets are met.
  • Aston Martin offers a hybrid working model allowing flexibility between office presence and remote work within a high-performing global team.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd is seeking a Senior Buyer for its Gaydon site to lead procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships, with a focus on sourcing components for next-generation vehicles. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in procurement, preferably in the automotive sector, and exhibit strong leadership and negotiation skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Senior buying or procurement experience
  • Manufacturing environment experience
  • Team management and leadership skills
  • Cost evaluation and negotiation skills
  • Supplier relationship management

Nice-to-have

  • Automotive industry background
  • Aerospace or motorsport expertise
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Strategic approach to procurement
  • Excellent communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Solid senior buying experience in manufacturing
  • Strong people management experience
  • Experience evaluating costs and negotiating with suppliers

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