Entity:
Technology
Job Family Group:
Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group
Our purpose is to deliver energy to theworld,today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.
It's an exciting time to join bp. Meeting the energy challenge requires many different approaches and solutions. And as part of FinanceBusiness&Technology (FBT), you’ll be fully connected into the world of bp. You’ll play an increasingly important part within a network of like-minded colleagues partnering on strategic projects that stretch across the globe. And it starts with you. There’s a world of opportunities to build new skills, challenge yourself and grow a long-term career atbp And no matter where you work, your role will have meaning, purpose and impact.Soif you want to be part of a caring, supportive environment where you can realize your full potential, we’re with you.
Join our Procurement Team and advance your career as a Sourcing Lead
The Sourcing Lead supports various BP businesses with a range of medium/high complexity sourcing, contracting and supplier performance management activities. In addition to sourcing, this role is responsible for developing supplier relationships and proactively identifying value opportunities.
This includes demand management, definition of sourcing strategy based on a predefined category framework, source selection, contract negotiation, and contract creation & maintenance.
In this role You will:
Drive and manage various sourcing and contracting projects of medium/high spend & complexity for various commodities such as but not limited to People and Culture, Workforce, Mobility, Workplace, Business Support Services and Digital
Ensure that the business requirements are well-understood and properly covered in the sourcing process. Influence business demand where required and possible.
Identify value levers and opportunities to maximise value for BP in the marketplace
Develop Sourcing strategy in accordance with the respective Category strategy
Define approach to market and develop source selection criteria based on the business priorities and requirement
Manage and coordinate the supplier selection process to ensure the most ideal option is chosen
Manage the all relevant stakeholder and supplier interactions incl. and relationship including senior levels throughout the sourcing project
Negotiate and agree on relevant contract terms with suppliers
Develop and modify contract content based on templates and manage the approval process
Generate reports (status, summary etc.) and analyse data depending on the project requirements
Take an innovative approach and lead continuous process improvement initiatives
Effectively represent the Team in the respective categories in negotiations.
Represent the Team and support junior team members in communication and engagement with senior partners
Drive and coordinate issue resolution in complex scenarios propose improvement initiatives that result in long term solution
Align with BP’s Code of Conduct, taking a professional and disciplined approach to working with suppliers, to ensure transparency, consistency and fairness. Our procurement and supply chain management principles are always applied within that framework and in the context of relevant laws and regulations
Follow company's Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) policies and procedures
What You will need to be successful:
Proven experience in end-to-end sourcing of services and commodities, drafting and negotiating contracts and legal terms, sourcing strategy preparation, coupled with a strong commercial orientation and communication skills
Practical experience with Services Sourcing, especially Corporate Services & Digital category
Fluent in English (verbal & written)
Strong working knowledge of MS Office products i.e. PowerPoint, Access & Excel.
Strong influencing and negotiation skills and the a bility to communicate effectively with internal and external partners
Critical thinking and ability to propose sourcing strategies
Experience and in understanding of Supplier Performance Management activities
Track record of successful Procurement delivery in complex, challenging international environments
Proven experience with contract creation, negotiations and life-cycle management
Experience working in a large and multicultural team
Desirable criteria:
Additional languages (EMEA/Asia region) may mean an advantage
Previous experience in the Oil&Gas industry and/or industrial environment is an advantage
Experience working in an Ariba / Salesforce system environment is an advantage
At bp, we provide the following environment & benefits to you:
Different bonus opportunities based on performance, wide range of cafeteria elements
Life & health insurance, medical care package
Hybrid working arrangement aligned with team arrangements and business needs
Opportunity to build uplongterm career path and develop your skills with wide range of learning options
Celebrate in bp’s success. You may be eligible to join bp’s GlobalShareMatchplan. This non-contractual benefit lets employees buy bp shares and receive matching shares, in line with plan rules
Family friendly workplace e.g.: Extended parental leave, Mother-baby room
Employees’ wellbeing programs e.g.: Employee Assistance Program, Company Recognition Program
Possibility to join our social communities and networks
Chill-out and collaboration spaces in our beautiful Budapest Agora and Szeged offices e.g.: Play Zones, Office massage, Sport and music equipment
bp Hungary won the Most Attractive Employer 2024Award (SSC / BSC sector)fourthtime in a row at PwC's annual employer research. Come and join us!
At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work tofitwith your life.
Disclaimer: Please note that, according to Hungarian law (2012/I. 113. §), mothers or single parents caring for a child under three years of age cannot be employed in night shift positions.
Travel Requirement
No travel is expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is not eligible for relocation
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us
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