In this episode of Powering Procurement, host Sian Lloyd is joined by Harinder Bansal, Head of Procurement and Third Party Risk Management at Motability Operations.

Harinder has built his career across retail, pharma, consulting and now one of the UK’s largest fleet operators, supporting more than 800,000 disabled customers.

Beyond procurement and risk, he also leads Motability’s Reach Network, championing equity and inclusion, and serves as Chair of Steps Charity. His work sits at the intersection of purpose, innovation and sustainability.

Together, Sian and Harinder explore how procurement teams can drive genuine environmental and social impact, from embedding ESG into supplier relationships to championing circular economy practices.

Harinder also shares candid insights on setting ambitious net zero targets, building psychological safety in teams, and why diversifying experience beyond procurement can strengthen leadership.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Motability is using its scale to embed ESG and lead the way on sustainability.

• Practical approaches for balancing cost pressures with long-term social and environmental value.

• The role of data in managing Scope 3 emissions and shaping supplier transparency.

• Why networks like Reach matter for building inclusive workplaces.

• How charitable and community work can shape leadership style.

If you’re interested in the future of procurement as a driver of change - not just savings - this episode is a must-listen.