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Senior Strategic Buyer - Electrical Components
Location: Staffordshire
Industry: Automotive
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive 45-55k dependent on experience
Benefits: Holiday, Pension, Dental, Health, Life Insurance
Other: Relocation package provided
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled and commercially astute Senior Strategic Buyer to lead procurement activities for automotive electrical components. You'll play a critical role in supporting the development and production of advanced vehicle systems, from EV platforms to intelligent control modules.
As part of a forward-thinking procurement team, you'll build and manage strategic supplier partnerships, lead commercial negotiations, and ensure a reliable, cost-effective, and innovative supply chain for key electrical technologies.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for electrical components, including wiring harnesses, connectors, sensors, ECUs, relays, and power distribution modules.
- Manage supplier selection, qualification, and performance monitoring to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are met.
- Negotiate contracts and long-term agreements to secure competitive pricing and commercial terms.
- Work closely with R&D, engineering, quality, and production teams to align sourcing with technical specifications and program milestones.
- Monitor market trends, technology shifts (e.g., electrification, ADAS), and supply risks to inform strategic decisions.
- Support new product introductions and model launches by ensuring timely sourcing and component availability.
- Identify cost-reduction opportunities and drive continuous improvement with suppliers.
About You
- Proven experience in strategic procurement or supply chain roles within the automotive industry, with a strong focus on electrical or electronic components.
- Deep knowledge of supplier markets for vehicle electronics and electrification systems.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills, with a results-oriented approach.
- Able to read technical drawings/specs and collaborate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Excellent communication, project management, and analytical abilities.
- Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business preferred.
- CIPS qualification is a plus.
Why Join?
- Be at the forefront of innovation in automotive electrical systems.
- Join a collaborative, high-performing procurement team with global impact.
- Enjoy a competitive salary and great development opportunities.
- Work with global company with world-class procurement teams.
