Vehicle Procurement & OEM Relationship Manager

Octopus Energy

London, United Kingdom

Full Time

Posted April 8, 2026

Electric Vehicles

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Job Description

The OEM Relationship Manager is responsible for strategically negotiating and managing procurement activities with automotive manufacturers to secure the best pricing, volume commitments, and terms, ensuring a resilient and cost-effective supply chain for electric vehicle leasing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Build and maintain strategic relationships with automotive OEMs and internal teams.
Negotiate pricing, volume commitments, and commercial terms with OEMs.
Translate market forecasts and insights into effective procurement strategies.
Lead complex negotiations and manage contractual discussions with OEMs.
Manage daily stakeholder relationships to resolve supply constraints.
Ensure a seamless process from OEM order placement to customer delivery.
Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and Procurement teams to optimize supply chain resilience and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

Valid UK driving licence
Ability to build exceptional relationships and spot a great deal
Experience in managing complex negotiations and high-stakes contractual discussions
Experience in direct procurement activities, including translating forecasts and market insights into purchasing strategies
Proven track record of securing the best pricing, volume commitments, and commercial terms in procurement or related roles
Ability to proactively resolve supply constraints and manage relationships across various stakeholders such as Operations, Finance, and Procurement teams
Willingness to work from Weybridge and London offices twice a week and travel occasionally across the UK and globally