Buyer – Motorsport & F1

Buyer – Motorsport & F1

Location: Oxford

Sector: High-Performance Motorsport & F1

We are seeking an experienced Technical Buyer to support a fast-paced F1/Motorsport programme. You will be responsible for sourcing complex engineered components, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring materials and parts are delivered on time to support critical build schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end procurement of technical and engineered components for F1/motorsport programmes
  
  
• Source high-quality suppliers, negotiate pricing, lead times and contractual terms
  
  
• Interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications to ensure accurate purchasing
  
  
• Work closely with Design, Production, Planning and Build to support programme milestones
  
  
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement
  
  
• Manage PO creation, order tracking and expediting of critical items
  
  
• Support cost-reduction initiatives and BOM accuracy
  
  Essential Experience:
  
  
• Strong background as a Technical Buyer within F1, motorsport, automotive, aerospace, or precision engineering
  
  
• Ability to read technical drawings and understand engineering terminology
  
  
• Proven experience managing complex supply chains and fast-turnaround projects
  
  
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills
  
  
• Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
  
  Desirable:
  
  
• Experience with carbon composites, CNC/machined components, or rapid-prototype suppliers
  
  
• ERP/MRP experience (SAP, Epicor, IFS, etc.)
  
  
• Familiarity with build/support environments such as F1 race teams or performance engineering