procurement agent London, England

Virtuo

Full Time London, England 62000 - 39543 GBP ANNUAL Today

Job description

Since 2016, Virtuo is your car, but in your pocket (not parked on city streets). From Paris to many other European capitals, we’re bringing all the freedom of driving without the burdens of owning a car for you, our cities & the planet. Our vision is a future with no personal cars.

Key Facts

\uD83D\uDCF2 +2,500,000 downloads \uD83D\uDC64 +150,000 users \uD83D\uDE99 +5,000 cars \uD83D\uDCAA +180 Virtuosos

\uD83D\uDCB0 Fundraising in 2021: €110M

\uD83C\uDFC6 Rewards: Best apps on the app store 2016&18, BPI France, and 2021 FrenchTech Top 120.

\uD83D\uDCCD We are in France, the U.K, Spain, Italy, Germany and Portugal.

\uD83D\uDD11 The opportunity

We are looking for a UK Procurement Manager to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in leading the development of our fleet supply sourcing, managing our existing partnerships with OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and forging new relationships to drive the expansion of our fleet x5 over the next 5 years.

Your main responsibilities will include constructing our UK fleet plan and shaping our procurement strategy at the national level.

\uD83C\uDFAF Your missions:

Key job responsibilities:

1) Advance the strategy to scale fleet supply x5 over the next 5 years in the UK:

Contribute to the short, medium & long term strategy to define the vehicle brands, sources and the optimal mix to provide an exceptional experience for Virtuo's customers.
Launch and execute the transition towards electric vehicles (EVs) to reach the ambitious target of full electrification of the fleet (50% by 2025 & 100% in 2030).

2) Enhance the local procurement function:

Negotiate deals to optimize car costs through pricing, holding duration, and reconditioning cost levers.
Meet procurement targets for fleet size and composition specific to the UK market.
Report to the UK GM and collaborate closely with the local team, particularly the Fleet team.

3) Build alternative supply & remarketing functions:

Pursue opportunities for alternative supply arrangements with dealers, fleet owners, car subscription companies, and used car providers.
Develop partnerships with used car platforms and other retail groups to facilitate remarketing.
Contribute to strategic projects related to fleet expansion.

What's cool about this job:
The chance to influence the shape of a new role for the business, conducting key negotiations & managing strong partnerships.
Drive the expansion of Virtuo's fleet supply and coordinate the transition to electric vehicles, shaping the future of sustainable mobility.
Collaborate with a dynamic team, negotiate advantageous deals, and establish partnerships to optimize car costs and fuel Virtuo's growth in the UK market.

\uD83C\uDF1F This role is perfect for you if:

You have extensive experience in fleet procurement / remarketing / sales within sectors such as car rental, leasing companies, or similar industries.
You can demonstrate a network in the broad mobility market across the UK (car manufacturers, leasers, car dealers, used car platforms, auction marketplaces).
You thrive in a startup environment, demonstrating an entrepreneurial spirit, resilience, tenacity, and a willingness to take calculated risks.
You excel in both strategic and operational capacities, consistently striving for excellence.
Your innate problem-solving abilities enable you to tackle challenges with creativity and efficiency.
You are focused on building partnerships and long-term relationships thanks to exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

\uD83D\uDD0D Recruitment process:

Discovery Interview with Ilaria from the People team
Manager Interview with Mario, your future manager
Technical Interview with two GMs, Jean & Mario
Culture Fit Interview with Nina & a People team member

\uD83D\uDE99 Learn more about us:

Want to know more about us? Check our Candidate Kit

Diversity & Inclusion:

We believe that equality and diversity make us a better company and community. We currently have around 20 nationalities at Virtuo and we respect and value employees from every background. We are committed to making an impact on society and this is at the foundation of everything we do at Virtuo — from our product’s features to how we build our workforce. We take many initiatives to improve diversity and inclusion and we are proud we signed the PACTE by FrenchTech, an engagement to bring more parity in the start-up ecosystem.

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