Operations Buyer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 25, 2026.
Bugatti Rimac, part of the Rimac Group, brings together two forces that have redefined the automotive world. By combining Rimac’s cutting-edge electric performance and innovation with Bugatti’s 110+ year legacy of crafting iconic hypercars, we are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in automotive engineering.
Our team is at the core of this, we work with passion, aim for excellence, and take ownership of what we do. We grow together, pioneer solutions, and deliver vehicles that set new standards.
Get in the driver’s seat
As an Operations Buyer, you will ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of production materials and services to support manufacturing operations and business continuity.
Working across Procurement, Supply Chain, Production, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, and Finance, you will manage supplier relationships, purchase orders, and material availability, ensuring uninterrupted production, optimized inventory levels, and operational excellence.
You will love this role if you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy building strong supplier partnerships, and are motivated by solving supply chain challenges while driving continuous improvement.
Where you’ll make an impact
Manage operational purchasing activities for assigned commodities and suppliers.
Create, monitor, and maintain purchase orders to ensure on-time material delivery.
Follow up with suppliers on order confirmations, deliveries, and shipment schedules.
Resolve delivery delays, shortages, and supply-related issues to minimize production risks.
Collaborate with Production Planning, Logistics, and Engineering to ensure material availability.
Monitor supplier performance and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate purchasing data, pricing, and supplier information in the ERP system.
Support inventory optimization while balancing cost, quality, and delivery requirements.
Participate in supplier meetings and contribute to operational procurement projects.
Ensure compliance with internal procurement processes and company policies.
What are your core components
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
Experience in operational purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
Strong negotiation, communication, and supplier relationship management skills.
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent) and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to analyze data, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple activities simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to resolving supply issues.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Professional proficiency in English; Croatian is considered an advantage.
Team-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
Experience in the automotive industry is considered an advantage.
Fuel Package
- Private healthcare and mental wellbeing support
- Flexible working hours and up to 12 days of remote work per month
- Transportation allowance and subsidized meals
- Company performance based bonus and holidays bonus
- Minimum 25 days of holidays from day one
- Internal education programs and opportunities to grow
- A supportive, collaborative, and high-performing environment where people succeed together
- Team events, company gatherings, and on-site perks (coffee, fruit, relaxation zones)
- Family support (kindergarten subsidies, children’s events and gifts)
- Dog-friendly office and partner discounts
Starting salary from: €35,000 gross per year.