Mechanical Buyer
Stark Future
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Mechanical Buyer
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About Stark Stark builds the world’s most powerful electric motorcycles. From the VARG MX to the road-legal VARG EX & SM, our bikes have won world championships and are engineered to outperform anything with a combustion engine. We’re based in Sant Boi, Barcelona, growing fast (77% year-on-year), and building a team that will take us even further. If you want to work on a product that people are genuinely obsessed with, this is it. Stark will become the global market leader in premium motorcycles. Building premium motorcycles requires innovation and we need your help to make us succeed Our mission is to lead the way towards a sustainable motorcycle industry, by reducing plastic and CO2 pollution. This will be achieved by building sustainable products that are superior to traditional technology in terms of Performance, Emotion and Design. The Role We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Buyer to join our China purchasing team. This role is dedicated to sourcing high-performance mechanical parts, specialized vehicle components, and technical assemblies essential to our product excellence. You will ensure we hit aggressive cost, quality, and delivery targets. We operate in a fast-moving, dynamic environment where flexibility and a "self-starter" mentality are vital for success. This role reports directly to the Category Manager. You will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to provide optimal supply assurance and technical performance What You’ll Do Strategic Sourcing: Identify and select world-class manufacturers for mechanical components and subassemblies
Build relationships with manufacturers and strategic partners, in order to convince and motivate the best of them to prioritise Stark
Ensures NDA, and Master Purchase Agreement in place before business is initiated.
Owner of RFI's, RFP's and RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented.
Identify potential suppliers, analyse supplier capabilities, select suppliers, and determine prices, terms, and conditions of agreements.
Find suppliers that can integrate new technologies into our industry in order to increase our performance, reduce cost or improve sustainability
Drive price negotiations to ensure that Stark pricing is best in class.
Drive continual cost reduction activities.
Reduced delivery time for critical parts, components, and subassemblies
Minimise stock value, but never be out of stock
Identify supplier consolidation opportunities that will generate savings.
Manage supplier relationships and performance, including dispute resolution.
Monitor current category market conditions, technology roadmaps and identify supply/demand challenges & opportunities.
Create competitive environments with suppliers to support a negotiation strategy.
Lead the vendor selection process with engineering teams.
Work closely and collaboratively with Stark Future other departments as Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Production Engineering, and Production.
Work with our Lean Manufacturing Philosophy
Collaboration in the management of the supply chain at all times (presenting the Just in time philosophy)
Travel when needed, attend and lead important racing events
Consider ROI with all projects. We do not always require written documentation, but ROI consideration must be part of the process
What you will bring to Stark Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing, specifically within the automotive or high-performance machinery sectors.
Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of the global mechanical supplier landscape (Tier 1 & Tier 2) for precision components and assemblies
Passionate about sustainability and a will to change the world for the better
Results oriented, highly analytical and organized. Used to using data to drive decision-making
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage with all levels of business stakeholders
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple work streams simultaneously
Fluent in English is a must, Spanish is desired
Bachelor's degree in business administration, or engineering
Why work with us? The chance to work on a product people are genuinely passionate about
A fast-growing company with real momentum
A creative, international team
Competitive salary and benefits package
At Stark, we don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, neurodiversity, or disability, feels a true sense of belonging. We believe that diverse teams make better decisions and that a culture of equity is a prerequisite for innovation. Accessibility: If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process (such as assistive technology, extra time, or a specific format), please let us know at HR@starkfuture.com. We are here to support you. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups and are excited to see how your unique perspective can help us grow
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Purchasing
Locations
Shanghai
About Stark Future
Stark Future is on a mission to revolutionize the motorcycle industry by leading the shift toward sustainability, drastically reducing CO₂ and plastic pollution. Through cutting-edge design and unmatched performance, we delivers emotionally powerful, timelessly beautiful premium electric motorcycles that surpass traditional technology. Guided by a philosophy of innovation, quality, and user-focused simplicity, Stark combines bold ambition with a relentless pursuit of excellence. Our brand’s iconic gold logo symbolizes its full-circle approach to sustainability and its uncompromising drive to be number one.
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2020
Co-workers
400
Turnover
115M
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Mechanical Buyer
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