Job Description

Business Support Manager - Disposals

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Vacancy Reference Number
19565


Number of Vacancies
1
(B) OCU
Operational Support Services
Location
Perivale and Charlton Car Pound
Band
Band D
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
36 hours per week
Type of Contract
Permanent
Job Advert

Job Title:

Business Support Manager - Disposals

Salary:

The starting salary is 38,926, which includes allowances totalling 2,928.


The salary is broken down as 35,998 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale 38,523. Plus, a location allowance of 1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of 1,000.

Location

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Perivale and Charlton Car Pound



Vehicle Recovery Examination Services (VRES) is a key part of the MPS drive to tackle vehicle crime on the streets of London working in partnership with a number of external agencies and MPS contractors to remove, recover, restore and dispose of vehicles that are involved in collisions, those involved in serious and organised crime that require forensic examinations or those that are seized under Police powers for no insurance or unlicensed. We support Frontline policing and operate 24/7/365, we have our own unique in-house policing team and a command-and-control team.


We operate out of two forensic compounds, Perivale and Charlton. Processing over 40,000 vehicles, we deal with everything, from two-wheel bikes all the way up to and including HGV's. Our work has a direct impact upon the service the MPS delivers Londoners, and it is vital we are able to continue to deliver this service to meet current and future demands.


We are looking for a great person to join our team as a Business Support Manager. You will be responsible for controlling the disposal and end of life processes of vehicular assets on behalf of the MPS, maintaining accurate records of the volumes and types of vehicles for resale and the value of all resold assets. You will also develop, establish, own and manage all stakeholder and supplier relationships ensuring performance is benchmarked against industry standards optimising the return and resale for the MPS.


The role will be based within either the Perivale or Charlton Pound as well as working from home arrangements, as established with the SDM. Flexibility will be required as at times, it may be necessary for you to go to all VRES, other MPS and supplier sites in the event of a requirement by the operational team.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and deliver a Disposal Strategy that optimises the end-of-life process and resale values for MPS vehicular assets Arrangement of those vehicles to be resold through a variety of 3rd party disposal contractors Build and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders and 3rd party disposal contractors to gain the best resale value on vehicles that are seized or removed from MPS service Oversee the end-to-end performance of VRES disposal contractors to ensure appropriate market rate prices for the sale of vehicle assets, complete physical audit checks and test purchases to monitor and drive performance Allocate vehicle stock for sale using a network of logistics, inspection, and remarketing providers (both physical and e-remarketing) maintaining full control of inventory from file receipt through to sale proceed reconciliation Act in a consultative manner for VRES and Fleet Services SLTs around the resale market and end of life processes, supporting the delivery of both organisations' vision and acting to reconcile requirements where necessary Regular contact with MPS Fleet team regarding disposal of MPS owned vehicles, processing of vehicle disposal notifications, auditing vehicles for compliance all the way from hand off to VRES right through the de-commissioning cycle. Ensure strict management and auditing of assets from supplier choice through to correct invoicing and conduct occasional mystery shopper visits of suppliers' premises and test purchases Manage the administration of all statutory and mandatory vehicle documentation for disposals of assets and seized vehicles, alongside DVLA notification Manage all suppliers and movers to ensure that all H&S, COSHH, Risk Assessment activities and monitor compliance with current legislative requirements Ensure delivery of the annual vehicle disposal budget, conduct monthly forecasting and complete analysis of data trends against both budget lines and historical figures. The non-delivery would cause financial pressure on the organisation at a time when overall financial delivery and management is critical Continuous improvement of the end-to-end disposal process, driving innovation and change wherever possible Able to make decisions without referencing upwards on auction/disposal sales Extracting, preparing and analysing data to provide insights on trends, forecasts and opportunities for improvement in the provision of the service Work in conjunction with function managers and other teams on continuous improvement initiatives, providing data and insight where appropriate Assist in the creation and delivery of BJPs, OBCs, FBCs etc. in support of future change and transformation for VRES Champion change and improvement within the team, identifying areas of waste, rework, duplication or frustration Assisting any other VRES function with administrative duties when necessary Understand the team's key performance indicators and your role in achieving them Adhere to any performance target that is set based on demand and expected performance Keep up to date with changes to policy and working practices Work with other disposal teams within the wider MPS to establish best practice

How to apply

To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply now" button below. The application process requires a comprehensive CV, a Personal Statement, and an online application form. In your Personal Statement, you should explain your interest in the position and illustrate how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate. Please note that you should not submit two copies of your CV, and ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV and/or Personal Statement.

Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 19th August 2025.

Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. The application review for this vacancy will commence 1 to 2 weeks after the closing date.


Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview. Interview dates will commence 1 weeks after hiring manager review.

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Essential For The Role

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Knowledge of vehicle auction houses and use of appropriate asset valuation systems Detailed knowledge of H&S and COSHH regulations, plus awareness of general risk assessments pertinent to the automotive industry Good knowledge of the End-of-Life Vehicles Directive and Regulations Working knowledge of processes and procedures for the resale of assets through 3rd party auction houses Knowledge of vehicle components, specifications etc required to ensure suppliers accurately describe product being offered Understand the used vehicle disposal market looking for geographical trends, market shift and any factors that impact on vehicle values Proven ability to implement and monitor robust administrative processes and procedures in line with good practice Use of automated information systems in improving quality and efficiency in service and record keeping Experience of dealing with disposal volumes in excess of 13,000 per year, to include motorcycles, cars, HGV's, specialist equipment, plant, metals and other disposal components. Experience of attending and monitoring of both physical and remote auctions to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers as well as to ensure vehicles are being offered and sold in the optimum channel and within key KPI's with regards to disposal cycle times IT literate with the ability to use a range of MS Office Good inter-personal skills with an ability to communicate confidently & effectively on technical matters to technical and non-technical audiences Ability to prioritise and organise team tasks to meet demanding targets and deadlines Ability to analyse and justify sale prices and benchmark returns against CAP pricing, ability to value and set reserves on certain vehicles being sold at auction. Ability to maintain detailed logs of transactions and familiarity with modern inventory management and control systems to ensure no vehicles are lost during the end-of-life process and a full understanding of associated disposal costs can be analysed and reviewed Current clean manual DVLA driver's license

Desirable:

In depth knowledge and understanding of;

End of Life Vehicle (ELV) Regulations 2000/53/EC Working with ATF and DVLA managing Certificates of Destruction process and conducting random dip sampling as well as on occasion physically witnessing the destruction of sensitive vehicles those owned by the MPS and those involved in crime. Knowledge and experience of the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013.

In addition;

Qualified holder of IMI L3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement Qualified holder of IMI L3 Diploma for Assessors of Accident Damaged Vehicles Proficient in the use of Police databases including but not limited to CAD, PNC, CRIS, ILP, ELVIS, PSOP, Tranman and external databases including but not limited to DVS, MIAFTR, Experian, HPI and HPI Crushwatch. Experience in conducting test purchasers and physical vehicle audits at supplier locations




Additional Information
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