VCARB F1 Team - Buyer (Composite)

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We are currently looking for a motivated Technical buyer to join our Purchasing Department in Faenza. The role is responsible for managing all composite commodities, from supplier scouting and negotiations to order placement and BOM management, in collaboration with the Planning Department.

Composite Purchasing

Leads key outsourcing projects for CFRP parts, in close cooperation with the Lead Buyer, and manages additive manufacturing items with different levels of complexity.

Monitors supplier performance and holds yearly reviews to define improvement plans and future business opportunities.

Contributes to commodity strategy definition together with the Lead Buyer.

Responsible for scouting new supplier to improve efficiency and technologies.

Execute end-to-end purchasing activities for the assigned commodity based on project and production needs.

Issue purchase orders ensuring adherence to delivery schedules, quality requirements and cost targets.

Conduct RFQs, analyse offers, negotiate prices and commercial terms, and manage order fulfilment.

Monitor supplier performance (QCD) for the assigned scope and implement corrective actions within remit, escalating major issues to the Lead Buyer.

Perform supplier scouting and support supplier audits in line with the department strategy.

Maintain accurate reporting and KPIs for the assigned commodity and provide regular updates to the Lead Buyer.

Professionalism

To always work in a professional manner regardless of the task set and be pro-active in managing all the activities under their responsibility.

Work closely with production planning and others depts. to define criticalities and priorities

What We Offer

Working in a young, collaborative and international environment.

Tailored training.

Company Events / Briefings.

On site Gym.

Bonus scheme.

Annual salary review process.

Meal Tickets.

Free additional health insurance.

Your Application

Once you’ve submitted your application, you’ll most likely receive an invitation to complete the Red Bull Wingfinder assessment. Taking the test is not mandatory for your application to be reviewed; however, we strongly recommend completing it, as it’s a great way to better understand your own strengths and potential!

Due to the very high volume of applications, we’re unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback or application status updates, except for candidates who have interviewed with our team.

In line with pay transparency regulations (Legislative Decree 96/2026), the minimum fixed salary for this role is the contractual minimum set by the National Collective Labour Agreement for the Metalworking Industry (Federmeccanica/Assistal) for classification level C3. We specify that the above mentioned level is a minimum threshold and does not correspond to the overall compensation package, which is determined by objective, measurable and gender-neutral criteria, being significantly higher than the contractual minimum indicated.

• Degree level in Engineering or Economics is preferred.

• Previous composite purchasing experience in Motorsport/Aerospace/Automotive (or comparable high-level industries) with focus on CFRP items.

• Good commercial, analytical and negotiation skills.

• Knowledge of composite components.

• Proficiency in English and MS Office (Excel in particular).

• Resilience, attention to detail, teamwork and problem-solving attitude.

Visa Cash App RB F1 Team is an equal opportunities employer, we will evaluate applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.