Indirect / MRO Buyer in Derby

Join a key player in the mobility of tomorrow!

We are looking for a motivated and proactive Indirect / MRO Buyer to manage and optimize purchasing activities across our plants in the Midlands. If you have a strong background in procurement within a manufacturing environment and enjoy negotiating, building supplier relationships, and driving savings — this role is for you!

Your Main Responsibilities

Working closely with our Plant and Purchasing teams, you will:

• Develop and implement the supply strategy for indirect purchases (MRO, services, consumables)
• Lead RFQs, contract negotiations and supplier selections
• Deliver cost savings and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor supplier performance, manage non-conformities, and ensure process compliance
• Benchmark purchasing conditions and identify opportunities for optimization
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers across multiple sites

Your Profile

• Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business, or equivalent professional experience
• Several years of experience in procurement within a manufacturing environment (automotive a plus but not essential)
• Strong skills in negotiation, supplier management, and contract handling
• Knowledge of procurement processes (RFQ, sourcing, order-to-pay)
• Fluent in English (German is a plus)
• Proactive, results-driven, and well-organized
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

What We Offer

• A dynamic and international environment where no two days are the same
• The chance to work on strategic purchasing activities with real impact
• Career progression opportunities within MRO, logistics, or development
• A collaborative and supportive team culture