Our work
The Commercial Directorate is responsible for managing all Commercial activity at DVLA. This includes: procurement of goods and services; contract management; supplier relationship management, commercial policy and procedures; procurement assurance; data sharing contracts and compliance.
The Directorate also has other teams such as the Inventory Control Unit, Logistics and Storage and Personalised Registrations. ICU are responsible for monitoring the usage and stock levels of externally printed items. L&S are responsible for providing the DVLA with an efficient and effective inventory management and distribution service. The PR team are responsible for meeting Treasury income targets through the sale of personalised registrations. The Directorate is fully aligned with the DVLA strategy by providing excellent services.
Our people
There are over 140 staff in CD based across three locations. Many have obtained professional memberships including Procurement and Supply (CIPS) supported by DVLA. We hold regular team meetings, Directorate cascades and everyone has a monthly one to one meeting with their line manager. We support personal development through courses and our own Civil Service award winning development programme called CLASS (Commercial Leadership and Skills Support) which is now in its third year.
Our workplace
We hold regular staff events and Away Days, which are opportunities for everyone to meet, share success and promote best practice. We have a staff engagement group who actively encourage staff participation, promote innovation and feedback to continuously improve our staff and customer experience.
What you’ll get from us
You will gain an in depth understanding of the work of the Directorate. You will also be allocated a mentor/buddy to provide advice and support. During your time with us you will be involved in projects that will enrich your learning experience.
What we want from you
You will need to be someone who enjoys change and takes ownership to overcome challenges. You will be a confident communicator and understand the importance of customer service, and engaging with others to achieve positive outcomes.
What our Commercial professionals say about working at DVLA
DVLA, Commercial, Charlotte Williams
“I joined DVLA in 2010 working for the Customer Contact Centre and moved to an HR role with the DfT Advice Service in…”
DVLA, Commercial, Oliver Hughes
“I started my career in Commercial Directorate in 2014. I joined the Data Contracts Team, where I had the…”