James Groom
Low Fell, Gateshead,Tyne & Wear
Summary
Motivated and industrious Technical Buyer with automotive sector experience, combining commercial insight with a Mechanical Engineering degree. A proactive, communicative team player with a strong understanding of both engineering principles and commercial operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Buyer
Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK
Sunderland
09.2022 - Current
- Directly managed the account of Nissan's largest supplier.
- Sourced parts from various international suppliers to maintain profit margins and cost competitiveness.
- Developed purchasing strategies to meet company objectives and goals effectively.
- Monitored market fluctuations to make informed buying decisions.
Supplier Quality Engineer
Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK
Sunderland
09.2020 - 10.2021
- Coordinated with procurement team to support vendor selection process.
- Tracked non-conformance trends and initiated remedial actions to prevent recurrence.
- Compiled detailed monthly reports on supplier performance metrics for senior management review.
- Improved supplier quality performance by implementing rigorous audit processes.
Engineer (Summer Internship)
GE Power
Newcastle upon Tyne
06.2017 - 06.2017
- Worked alongside engineers in various departments such as: management/financial, mechanical, electrical and design.
- Supported the design of pipework for a Norwegian power station using 3D modelling software.
- Gained experience using a laser scanner to capture highly accurate models and measurements of buildings and complex objects.
Education
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering
Northumbria University
Newcastle, Tyne & Wear 09.2018 - 07.2022
Skills
Supplier management
Procurement/negotiation techniques
Quality assurance oversight
Cross-functional team liaison
Technical drawing/data interpretation
Project coordination
MS office proficiency
Presentation delivery
Accomplishments
- Implemented quality tracking/management procedure to identify 'at risk' suppliers requiring intervention consequently leading to zero suppliers with subpar quality.
- Successfully prevented numerous halts in production due to supply chain issues and vendor financial difficulty.
- Sourced various international suppliers within budget allowing for a more profitable end product.
Interests
Fitness
Football
Film
Music
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Buyer
Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK
09.2022 - Current
Supplier Quality Engineer
Nissan Motor Manufacturing UK
09.2020 - 10.2021
BEng (Hons) - Mechanical Engineering
Northumbria University
09.2018 - 07.2022
Engineer (Summer Internship)
GE Power
06.2017 - 06.2017