Caudwell Marine is a start-up engineering company, financially backed by John Caudwell, developing an innovative, patented outboard motor and Vessel Control System for launch in 2025. The Caudwell Marine organisation is a small but growing, experienced team of people who are passionate about successfully bringing this technologically leading outboard motor to market. Each team member has a ‘hands on’ approach and supports each other for the benefit of the programme. The Indirect & Aftersales Buyer will support and drive the Indirect and Aftersales Procurement activities ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services to meet business requirements and assist the Procurement Operations Manager to achieve Caudwell marine business objectives. This is a highly dynamic and flexible role and will include working closely with the CM Procurement & Supply Chain Director, CM’s Supplier Quality function, Commercial Function and the CM Engineering Team. The Indirect Buyer will establish stable and effective activities for all indirect spend and aftersales support across the business. Responsibilities: Monitor, Manage and Lead Procurement Activities for all indirect and aftersales spend. Work on cost savings initiatives and manage the savings database to record all savings achieved. Maximize commercial advantage for CM via the deployment of effective sourcing strategies spend for locations or the group in accordance with KPI’s. Ensure continuity of supply by supporting the day-to-day operation of all all indirect and aftersales spend. Fulfil auditing and compliance requirements related to Procurement processes. Support the Procurement Operations Manager in different tasks ie reporting, preparation of events like Kaizen and supplier summits etc. Work with departments to develop and provide ongoing support for Aftermarket and NPI. Provide effective contract negotiation generating savings and reducing costs in alignment with business needs and market trends. Minimize commercial risk through the implementation of robust commercial and contractual terms. Interact with other functions within the CM including, IT, HR, Commercial, Quality Finance to achieve business objectives. Travel will be required. Previous Experience: At least 3 years’ experience in Procurement & Supply Chain in a Manufacturing environment. Experience of (but not limited to) powertrain, machined parts, cast or forged parts, mouldings, A-surface parts. Experience in & good understanding of Total Cost of Ownership methodology. At least 2 years in a ‘blue chip’ manufacturing / engineering organisation where ‘automotive level’ procurement and supply chain processes and practices have been demonstrated. Ideally has also worked in a Small, Medium Enterprise (SME) and is able to demonstrate the ability to ‘roll their sleeves up’ and personally get things done as part of a small team. Personal Attributes: Integrity is paramount Detailed understanding of procurement and supply chain principles in theory and practice Excellent communicator at all levels Ability to work independently or as part of a team and execute agreed actions Customer/market focused approach with result's orientated, 'can do' attitude. Operating with full integrity at all times Relationship builder Process orientated Commercial acumen to assess and analyse market & customer potential Determination to achieve the best possible business results Qualifications: Working towards CIPS Degree qualified or equivalent by experience Additional Details: Position: Full-time Location: Coventry Hybrid Salary range: 35,000 - 50,000 depending on experience Disclaimer: Caudwell Marine operates a Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for recruitment agencies, which is currently not under review. Agencies not on our PSL are kindly requested to refrain from submitting speculative CVs or contacting our hiring managers or employees directly regarding recruitment matters. Please note that any CVs submitted by non-PSL agencies, whether speculative or otherwise, will be treated as unsolicited. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £35,000.00-£50,000.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Schedule: Flexitime Monday to Friday Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Coventry CV6 4BL Reference ID: Indirect Buyer