Buyer in Surrey

b Overview /b p In this role you drive strategic procurement for assigned commodities in a fast-paced, high-performance automotive environment. You will negotiate production contracts, develop supplier strategies with Engineering and Supplier Quality, and ensure cost, timing, and quality targets are met. You’ll lead SRM activities and cross-functional alignment to optimize technology, cost, and supplier performance. This is a hands-on, collaborative role shaping supplier ecosystems to support McLaren’s future programs. A strong focus on cost-down, risk assessment, and strategic sourcing will be central to your impact. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Structured career development framework /li li 25 days holiday plus bank holidays /li li Annual buy sell up to five days /li li Enhanced company pension scheme /li li Discretionary annual bonus /li li Private medical insurance /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Negotiate and finalize production supplier contracts for assigned commodities /li li Mitigate cost increases and drive cost-down activities /li li Collaborate with Engineering and Supplier Quality to develop sourcing strategies /li li Conduct supplier assessments and coordinate sourcing recommendations /li li Ensure suppliers meet program targets for timing, cost, quality, and technical attributes /li li Serve as the focal point for Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) with suppliers and internal customers /li li Support risk assessment, total acquisition cost analysis, and cross-functional alignment on technical and quality criteria /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (MCIPS desirable) /li li Previous purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred) /li li Experience in procurement or commodity buying /li li Experience developing structured commodity strategies including risk and cost assessments /li li Some experience negotiating complex contracts /li li Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to influence at senior management level /li li Good understanding of cost breakdown analysis /li /ul ul li Analytical mindset /li li Ability to build strong supplier relationships /li li Collaborative approach with cross-functional teams /li li Cost breakdown analysis /li li Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) /li li Risk assessment and cross-functional alignment on technical and quality criteria /li /ul