Buyer – Direct Category

Xtrac is the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of specialist transmissions. Our customers include the top motorsports racing series including Formula One, Le Mans, Indy Car and NASCAR and we also supply transmissions for the most exclusive high-performance cars in the world. We are at the forefront of a once-in-a-generation opportunity as the automotive industry transitions from internal combustion to electric and hybrid and our experienced and dedicated teams are using the latest cutting‑edge technology to achieve this transition.

Xtrac also has a new partnership with Zoerkler, a specialist in gear manufacture and precision engineering. This strategic venture marks a significant step forward in our ambitious growth plans and reinforces our commitment to delivering world‑class transmission components and systems to our customers.

To work closely with business and functional leads managing both directand indirect materials supply categories covering end to end procurement process.

• To purchase agreed category of parts in line with current procurement policies and procedures.
• Day to day Purchase Order management including expediting timely supply of agreed parts.
• Supplier management and development with key objectives to improve quality and delivery performance from suppliers.
• Liaising closely with other companies in the Xtrac group to determine product selection and logistics of free issue material.
• To create and complete strategic objectives aimed at reducing costs and improve operating efficiencies.
• Be the purchasing lead for sourcing and managing of Xtrac’s spend against agreed category or suppliers.
• Build and develop strong internal & external relationships with key stakeholders and supply partners.
• Work with internal customers on requirements for indirect items

• Proven experience in a direct and indirect procurement role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong purchase order management / administration and using ERP/MRP systems.
• To carry out external & internal expediting, liaising with internal planners, business managers & suppliers.
• To provide Production planning input and support.
• Manage logistics of component/product supply agreeing appropriate/optimal Inco terms.
• To assist with and ensure timely resolution of technical manufacturing queries linked to purchase category responsible for.
• Previous experience with intercompany / international logistics processes preferred
• To work with quality team on any non-conformance issues linked to your area of supply / supplier responsibility.
• To participate in concurrent engineering with designers/suppliers to aid DFM and lead-time reductions.
• To liaise with Finance department to resolve invoicing queries.
• To carry out supplier performance management (Quality/Delivery/Cost).
• To carry out supplier selection and development.
• To identify and participate in costing saving exercises.
• To develop departmental strategies to improve operating efficiencies.
• To attend annual Personal Development Reviews (PDR).
• To support the Department Development Plans.
• To follow the company quality procedures.
• To always observe the Health and Safety rules.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and working with Power BI

Here at Xtrac, we are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of Motorsport and High‑Performance Automotive Transmission Solutions. Our products are used internationally across the most prestigious motor sport events so naturally we have a passion for winning and continuously improving, whether that be our products, our people, or our business. Our vision is to transform into a world class high performance automotive supplier whilst retaining our position as a world leader in motor sport, so now is the time to join our journey, make an impact and contribute to the success of our future.

What makes us who we are is our people. We share behaviours and values to ensure Xtrac remain world class and have a culture that delivers!

If you’re looking for an exciting new opportunity, you could be just what Xtrac are looking for.

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