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INEOS Automotive
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London, Greater London
Procurement Specialist
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INEOS Automotive Grenadier Built On Purpose Its a big task to launch a best-in-class 4x4 for those who depend on a vehicle as a working tool, and its our responsibility to do the best job possible. Were building the Grenadier from the ground up, component by component. No corners cut and no easy options. To make this vision a reality, weve assembled a team of world-class experts who are willing to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. We need more doers that think big. More thinkers that dive in and do. More people that make things happen. Were a diverse workforce of tenacious, straight-talking experts with engineering at our core. Were growing our world-class team and looking for spirited innovators and disruptors - those who thrive on a gritty challenge and will work through adversity in the pursuit of success. Were doing things differently. If this sounds like you, lets talk. OVERVIEW: The Procurement Specialists will be responsible for direct sourcing (production and non-production) and working closely with Quality, Engineering and Planning in line with the project strategy, while developing partnerships with suppliers and stakeholders. The following product lines are available: Body in White (BIW), Interior, Exterior, Electrics, Powertrain, Accessories, Manufacturing (Operational Buyer). RESPONSIBILITIES: * Developing and implementing an effective supplier base and partnerships to create a reliable and long-term source of supply. * Sourcing and forming strategic supply base management and handling activities such as financial management and issue resolution. * Analysing production and procurement lead times to ensure customer requirements can be met. * Responsible for ensuring prices negotiated with approved suppliers are consistent and are as competitive as previously supplied development and integration of supply agreements. * Continuously seeking measurable improvement opportunities which will contribute towards achieving high standards of operational excellence. * Effectively managing sub-contractors ensuring that supplies meet company output plan. * Maintaining records of supplier performance, communicating with each supplier to improve performance and or implementing corrective actions where necessary. * Analysing production and procurement lead times to ensure customer requirements can be met. Requirements DESIRED EXPERIENCE: * Ideally 5+ years experience gained at either a Tier 1/2 automotive supplier or automotive OEM. * Previous direct knowledge of automotive procurement from concept-through-industrialisation-to-operation. * Excellent project management skills, with a track record of delivery. * Able to demonstrate experiences in building and maintaining senior supplier relationships. * Ability to prioritise tasks and have effective time management and analytical skills. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * There will be significant travel involved in the role. * Demonstrable strategic procurement experience and or NPI (New Product Introduction).