EV Procurement & Contracts Specialist (12-Month)

PLP Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

VEV is seeking a Procurement and Contracts Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover in London. You will support sourcing, supplier onboarding, contract administration and purchase-order follow-up across decarbonisation projects.

You will work with project, engineering, finance and operations teams to ensure compliant, timely procurement and contract execution, escalating complex matters as needed.

Qualifications

• Three to four years experience in procurement, sourcing, or contract administration.
• Experience supporting RFI/RFQ/RFP processes and supplier selection.
• Experience coordinating supplier onboarding and system setups.
• Experience administering and implementing supplier contracts.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with data-driven mindset.
• Proficient with Excel and procurement/ERP systems.
• Organised, proactive and delivery-focused with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support defined RFI, RFQ and RFP activities for EV charging, solar, battery storage and related needs.
• Coordinate supplier responses, perform bid comparisons and evaluations.
• Assist with negotiations on pricing, delivery terms and conditions.
• Onboard suppliers, due diligence and system setup with Finance and Legal teams.
• Maintain contract registers, key dates and amendments.
• Monitor orders, delivery dates and supplier performance metrics.
• Provide procurement process support and continuous improvement ideas.

Skills

Procurement

Contract administration

Sourcing

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in procurement or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/Contract management systems

Job description

VEV is seeking a Procurement and Contracts Specialist for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover in London. You will support sourcing, supplier onboarding, contract administration and purchase-order follow-up across decarbonisation projects.

You will work with project, engineering, finance and operations teams to ensure compliant, timely procurement and contract execution, escalating complex matters as needed.