Location: We're flexible with where the successful candidate is based, but you'll need to be comfortable commuting to our offices when required.
The OVO Group’s purpose is to drive progress towards net zero carbon living. To reach Plan Zero, we need everyone to come together - not just as customers buying energy, but as members with a common goal. As part of this ambitious plan, our goal is to become the ‘Leading Employer in the UK’ by 2030. If you think you could be the talent we’re looking for, then come and join the adventure!
We launched in 2009 with a mission to change energy for the better. Since then, we’ve welcomed over a million members, planted a million trees, and set our sights on helping save the planet.
As a Group, we’re working to become a net zero carbon business by 2030, while helping our OVO Energy members halve their carbon footprints at the same time.
Green energy and technology are great tools to fight the climate crisis with. But it’s people power that will rewrite history.
So we’re building a zero carbon team inside and out. Of people who share our values, feel inspired by our mission, and want to make change happen. When you work for OVO, it’s not just a job. It’s the work of a lifetime. And we want the sharpest minds to help.
Up for the challenge?
Where in the world of OVO will I be working?
You will be working within OVO's newly formed Procurement Team which sits within the Finance area, reporting to the Head of Procurement.
Buying goods or services is a crucial part of our business, enabling us to deliver a whole range of products to our customers - marketing campaigns, smart meters and everything in between.
The Procurement Team’s objectives are:
What will I be doing?
You’ll business partner with operational partners (i.e. Chief Commercial Officer, Heads of Departments) across the business to co-define requirements for our supplier ecosystem clearly, and in a manner which enables suppliers to provide optimum return on investment and innovation.
You’ll develop various category strategies across decentralised functions (including but not limited to Brand Media Buying and Creative, Digital and Performance Marketing, Public Relations and Corporate Affairs, Marketing Automation and CRM and Group Fulfilment) and use data to build and keep updated a clear view of category spend and suppliers.
You’ll also be responsible for ensuring the Procurement Policy and process is followed, balancing risks and driving compliance whilst still allowing OVO to operate in an agile manner.
Key responsibilities include:
Is this the job for me?
We’re looking for somebody with extensive experience within a senior procurement role, even better if you’re MCIPS qualified (or working towards this).
You’re a strong communicator and negotiator with good presentation, facilitation and conflict resolution skills and you’re confident establishing relationships across all levels, in particular with senior leaders across the business. You’ve got the experience and gravitas to deal with senior partners but also the drive to deliver operational and tactical opportunities.
Ideally you will have:
You're a self-starter and great teammate with a collaborative, pragmatic approach. It’s not crucial but it would be a plus if you’ve had previous exposure to energy and technology businesses.
Life at OVO is pretty fast-paced so you’ll be confident working in a dynamic high growth business. You're happy working in a constantly evolving environment and are confident proposing, justifying, initiating and implementing change.
From us you’ll get*
(*) Please note that certain benefits kick-in once you have passed probation which can be up to 6 months after your start date.
We want the best people
At OVO, we empower our people to have choice around where and when they work - flexible working arrangements can be discussed for all of our roles. Please speak to the Talent Acquisition team for more info.
We’re keen to meet people with varied backgrounds - our view is the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We want to build teams which represent a variety of experiences, perspectives and skills, and we recognise talent on the basis of merit and potential.
We understand some people may not apply for jobs unless they tick every box. If you're excited about joining us and think you have much of what we're looking for, even if you're not 100% sure… we'd love to hear from you.
Learn more about working in the OVO family of companies on our careers page and Glassdoor. We’re also delighted to have received a Top Employers certificate in 2018, 2019 and 2020!