Procurement Lead

Job description

At Ayvens, progress starts with you. Our ambitions to shape the future of sustainable mobility are powered by our talent. Join us, and get better with every move. We’re looking for a Procurement Lead to join our expanding procurement team on a permanent basis at our Lyde Green, Bristol (BS16 7LB) office. In this role, you’ll support the effective running of the indirect procurement portfolio and provide a strong platform for future career development within procurement and supply chain management. You’ll support the day‑to‑day management of procurement activity, helping the team prioritise work requests, manage contract renewals and embed consistent, well‑governed ways of working. Acting as a central point of contact, you’ll work closely with business stakeholders and suppliers while supporting reporting, supplier onboarding and continuous improvement activity. Procurement Lead key responsibilities of the role are as follows: Act as the primary first point of contact for procurement queries, providing clear advice and guidance to stakeholders. Manage and maintain accurate workflow and renewal portfolios to support prioritisation and reporting. Act as the “voice of the customer”, identifying opportunities to improve procurement processes and policies. Manage a small portfolio of categories or contract renewals through the full sourcing lifecycle. Support supplier onboarding and ensure policies and procedures are followed consistently. Embed and maintain robust procurement processes by developing strong subject‑matter knowledge. Produce and maintain procurement reporting, using insight to improve efficiency and reduce risk. Support risk and compliance activity, including maintaining supplier records and updating Group systems. Support procurement communications and engagement across the business. Skills & Competencies Experience working in an operational, procurement or supply chain environment. Confidence working with multiple stakeholders across a business. Strong IT skills and confident using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint with ability to learn new systems. Strong stakeholder and relationship management skills. Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Good data analysis and reporting capability, with strong attention to detail. Comfortable working at pace and meeting deadlines. Exposure to regulated environments where risk and compliance are important. Understanding of automotive, leasing or operational supply chains. What we offer Rewards & Financial Benefits Salary: £40,000–£50,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience, Competitive pension scheme, Annual salary review and bonus scheme, Give As You Earn (GAYE) scheme, Employee referral scheme (£1,000), Retail discounts programme, GymFlex membership options, Cycle to Work scheme Health & Wellbeing Life Assurance, Health assessment options, Travel 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 doesn’t exactly align, we would encourage you to apply regardless! What’s the worst that can happen? 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 position to lead the way to net zero and further shape the digital transformation of the industry, we are well-positioned to meet the evolving mobility needs of our clients and provide them with the solutions they need to thrive. At Ayvens, we believe that our success is driven by our commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and technology-enabled services that help our customers focus on their everyday business. We’re committed to sustainable mobility and have made it a core part of our strategy. In everything we do, we’re guided by the principles of authenticity, curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We aim to foster an organisation that's diverse in people and ideas, where everyone can thrive and be themselves, no matter who they are. Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to enable the transformation towards large scale adoption of sustainable mobility and provide our customers with the solutions they need to succeed. Follow our page for the latest updates, news, and insights.