Operative, Indirect Procurement

Role summary

Operative, Indirect Procurement is a role at McLaren Racing Ltd in Woking, England, United Kingdom (hybrid). Posted 2026-08-17. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.

Job title

Operative, Indirect Procurement

Company

McLaren Racing Ltd

Location

Woking, England, United Kingdom

Work arrangement

hybrid

Category

Software Engineering

Experience level

0-2

Degree required

No

Date posted

2026-08-17

Job description

Company Description

At McLaren Racing, we’re not just here to take the chequered flag. We’re here to excite our fans, inspire our people, and deliver for our partners. We’re also committed to evolving our sport, our industry, and our technology. We have exciting opportunities for intelligent, highly motivated and proactive individuals to join our Indirect Procurement team.

Our team is full of incredible people, and we know we can learn as much from you as you can from us. Likewise, you want to learn and grow, and you want to share your knowledge with others. After all, that’s what a high performing team is built upon.

Job Description

The Indirect Procurement team manages the sourcing of goods and services that support all non-car-related functions at McLaren Racing. This includes areas such as Commercial, Business Performance, Marketing, Heritage, IT, and Facilities. The team plays a key role in ensuring strategic procurement decisions align with the new cost cap regulations introduced in Formula 1 in 2026.

Purpose of the Role

This role requires initiative, attention to detail, and the ability to work proactively under time constraints. It will be responsible for supporting PO creation, P2P cycle, supplier onboarding, and typical procurement operations that contribute to the success of McLaren Racing’s business functions. Our Operatives are expected to carry out complex tasks and activities which provide supporting services helping to facilitate Indirect Procurement.

Role Dimensions:

This role is Monday to Friday, 9am-6pm following a hybrid working policy and will be based at the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) in Woking, Surrey.

Principal Accountabilities:

We would expect the following from successful candidates:

Integrate quickly into the team to support procurement operations.

Take ownership of assigned tasks with guidance from experienced team members.

Contribute to sourcing activities, supplier communications, and data analysis.

Support documentation and reporting aligned with cost cap compliance.

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders as well as with our supply chain.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

The following attributes are required for this role:

A proactive mindset with a strong interest in high-performance environments and continuous improvement.

Demonstrates attention to detail and discipline in execution, ensuring work is completed to a high standard.

Exposure to, or an interest in, motorsport or aerospace engineering would be welcomed.

Actively seeks opportunities to build knowledge, remain current, and enhance capability.

Supports problem resolution by working with stakeholders and suppliers to address issues efficiently.

Personal Attributes:

The following attributes are required for this role:

Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Eager to learn and contribute to team goals.

Additional Information

Success in racing comes from bringing together talented people with different skills, perspectives and experiences. We're committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported and able to do their best work.

Based at the iconic McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, you'll have access to world class facilities including a state of the art gym, on-site restaurant, and indoor and outdoor spaces to connect, collaborate and recharge. The campus is well connected too, with regular shuttle buses to Woking station and direct links to London Waterloo in around 30 minutes.

Alongside private healthcare, pension contributions, life insurance, car schemes and wellbeing support, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits and development opportunities designed to help you build a rewarding career at McLaren Racing.