Vehicle Procurement Category Manager

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As our Vehicle Procurement Category Manager, you'll play a leading role in shaping Ayvens' vehicle purchasing strategy, working closely with manufacturers, dealers and key business stakeholders to secure the right vehicles on the best possible commercial terms.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of key manufacturer relationships, identify commercial opportunities and influence purchasing decisions that support both our customers and the wider business.

Vehicle Procurement Category Manager

Key Responsibilities
Managing relationships with vehicle manufacturers and key supply partners
Negotiating supply agreements, commercial terms and rebate opportunities
Working with colleagues across Commercial, Operations and Asset Risk to ensure vehicle supply meets business needs
Identifying tactical and bulk purchasing opportunities to support business performance
Acting as the main point of contact for manufacturer escalations and issue resolution
Monitoring market trends, manufacturer activity and vehicle availability to identify risks and opportunities
Producing insight and analysis to support vehicle purchasing decisions
Managing manufacturer performance through regular reviews and scorecards
Supporting stock management activities to ensure vehicles are sourced and managed effectively
Ensuring procurement activities are carried out in line with business controls and governance requirements
Looking for opportunities to improve processes and ways of working across the vehicle supply chain

Skills and experience required
Experience working in the automotive, OEMs, dealerships, leasing or vehicle supply industry
A strong commercial background, ideally within account management, procurement or supplier management
Excellent  relationship-building  and stakeholder management skills
Confidence negotiating with suppliers and influencing outcomes
Strong analytical skills and the ability to use data to support decisions
Commercial awareness and a good understanding of market dynamics
A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication and presentation skills
Knowledge of vehicle supply chains and fleet operations
Experience working in a regulated environment
A track record of improving processes or delivering change

What we offer

Rewards & Financial Benefits
Salary:£48,000 - £58,000 per annum, Competitive pension scheme  ,  Annual salary  review  and  bonus scheme  ,   EV company car   ,  Give  As  You Earn (GAYE) scheme  ,Employee referral scheme (£1,000),     Retail discounts programme  ,  Gym Flex  membership options  ,  Cycle to Work scheme

Health & Wellbeing
Private Medical Insurance   ,    Life Assurance  ,  Health assessment options  ,  Travel insurance  ,  Dental insurance  ,  Critical illness cover  ,  Personal accident insurance  .

Time Off & Work Life Balance
25 days annual leave + an  additional  Celebration Day  , 37.5 hour week, Monday to Friday, no weekends,  Holiday buy & sell scheme  ,  Volunteer  days  ,  Time  allocated  for personal development  ,  Study support (where applicable)  .

Workplace &  On   -   Site  Facilities
Free parking  (limited  )  ,  EV charging points  ,  Bike storage & shower facilities  ,  Complimentary breakfast  ,  Staff  and social events

Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for an opportunity unless they exactly meet the criteria specified. At Ayvens we are committed to building a  diverse,  inclusive  ,  enjoyable  and authentic workplace so if you are excited by this, or any role at Ayvens but your experience  or current hours  dont  exactly align, we would encourage you to apply regardless!  

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Why Ayvens?

With over 3.1 million vehicles managed across more than 40 countries, we provide full-service leasing, flexible subscription services, fleet management services and multi-mobility solutions to customers of all sizes, including large corporates, SMEs, professionals, and private individuals. By leveraging our unique…