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Direct Buyer (Chassis and BIW)

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Direct Buyer (Chassis and BIW)

Posted 02 February 2026
Salary £40.74 - £41.74 per hour + Inside IR35 - Umbrella Rate
LocationWarwickshire
Job type Contract
Discipline Professional Services Recruitment
Reference95739_1770047534

Job description

Position Title: Direct Buyer (Automotive)

Duration: Contract

Location: Gaydon

Duties:

  • Direct Operations (e.g., Raw Materials and Services for Manufacturing, Production or Construction; Products for Retail, etc.)

Procurement Processes Include:

  • Product/Service Sourcing
  • Supplier Selection
  • Pricing/Terms Negotiation
  • Order Processing
  • Contract Administration
  • Supplier Performance Management
  • May include Strategic Sourcing Level: A Specialist Professional is a recognised subject matter expert in job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.

Responsibilities Typically Include:

  • Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager.
  • Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower level professionals.
  • Problems faced are difficult and often complex.
  • Administer the transactions associated with obtaining goods and services and do not negotiate pricing or terms.