HMH is a leading provider of drilling solutions, offering a wide range of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry. Apart from our expertise in land and offshore operations, we are continuously expanding our knowledge within subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, as well as offshore wind industries. With offices in 16 countries across five continents, HMH maintains a strong global presence.
HMH is a frontrunner in developing and providing automation and digital solutions for our drilling customers to support their endeavor to improve efficiency and environmental footprint. Equipped with its brilliant team of engineers, HMH is committed to actively exploring opportunities in other industries. For us, this means new opportunities and challenges that we need creativity and great minds to solve in our efforts to innovate our future.
At HMH we value our employees. We offer exciting job opportunities that will give you the opportunity to grow in your role and give you the professional development you deserve. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, you will join a casual and inclusive work environment. Our environment is based on respect and having a good day at work, so you can expect to join a knowledgeable, global team who help each other to succeed.
As a Subcontracting Purchaser, you will be working closely with strategic external manufacturing partners. In this role, you will collaborate across various parts of the business to ensure that deliveries meet expectations on cost, quality, schedule and logistics.
You will also:
Placing of and operational ownership of Purchase Orders
Negotiate quotations, commercial terms and conditions with suppliers
Establish and follow up purchase orders and delivery plans
Coordinate technical clarifications between engineering and external manufacturing partners
Contribute to effective collaboration across projects and suppliers
Place purchase orders
Support in establishment of project – delivery plans
Coordinate test activities, Inspection and Test Plans (ITP)
Material planning and strong support from other sourcing colleagues is vital to their success. We therefore expect all purchasers to have a strong business mindset and negotiating skills. Contractual business law understanding to minimize risk is also crucial.
We think that you have education within procurement/supply chain/finance etc., but please do let us know in your application how your formal background makes you a strong candidate.
We also think it is important or advantageous that you bring the following:
Strong commercial judgement and a business‑oriented mindset
Skilled and curious with AI tools
Solid experience working with complex procurement, preferably in an international context
Confidence and credibility in supplier negotiations
Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and cultures
Clear and professional communication skills in English, both written and verbal
Motivated and driven by continuous improvement
Should you not tick all these boxes, we still encourage you to apply – but we are looking for you who can tell us in the application how your work experiences and education is of relevance for this role, why you would be a great fit, and what your most notable and relevant strengths are.
We focus on relevant skills and experiences rather than years of experience or whether or not you hold a bachelor's degree or master’s degree.
Besides the typical things, such as flexible working hours, pension and insurance, subsidized and varied lunch menu, free parking, and a great company culture, we can also offer you:
A diverse and inclusive work environment where people are genuinely helpful, and where you are encouraged to develop your skills and share your knowledge
An opportunity to contribute to and influence the future of HMH
A positive attitude towards your career development in a company who values internal mobility and continuous development
An impactful role with many different stakeholders and insights
A highly supportive and helpful working environment
Workplace: Kristiansand, Norway
If you feel your experience qualifies you for this challenge, please apply online by 14th June 2026 and let us know how you meet the requirements of the role.
At HMH we aim to include a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer, certified by Likestilt Arbeidsliv, and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
For further information regarding the position please contact Thorsten Fleck-Baustian, +47 952 56 326 / Thorsten.Fleck-Baustian@hmhw.com
HMH is a premier drilling solutions provider - delivering a broad portfolio of products and services that are designed to be the safest and most efficient in the industry.
In addition to our land and offshore drilling capabilities, we have expertise in subsea mining, geothermal, onshore and offshore construction, and onshore wind industries.
HMH has a global span that covers five continents, with offices in 16 countries.
