Job Description

Job Family Group: Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group:The Sourcing Lead will handle end-to-end Sourcing projects as per business request of the following activities:Demand ManagementCase ManagementSourcing StrategySupplier SelectionContractingContract OperationalizationPost Award Contract ManagementSupplier ManagementAcross activity sets, it\'s paramount to ensure that all requests and Scopes of Work liaise with partners to ensure all are considered/met.Drive and handle various sourcing and contracting projects of high spend & complexityEnsure that the business requirements are well-understood and accurately covered in the sourcing process. Influence business demand where required and possible.Identify value levers and opportunities to improve value for BP in the marketplaceContribute to the development of the respective category strategies from a sourcing team\xe2\x80\x99s sideDevelop Sourcing strategy, including options & scenarios in accordance with strategyDefine approach to market and develop source selection criteria based on the business priorities and requirementLead and coordinate the supplier selection process to ensure the most ideal option is chosenHandle the all relevant team member and supplier interactions incl. and relationship including senior levels throughout the sourcing projectDefine contracting strategy, develop and modify contract content based on templates and manage the approval processPropose potential modifications/updates to the relevant contract templates based on category specific requirementsGenerate reports (status, summary etc.) and analyse data depending on the project requirementsProfessional LeadershipEffectively represent the Team in the respective categories in conversations with our stakeholders and suppliersDrive and coordinate issue resolution in complex scenarios propose improvement initiatives that result in long term solutionEssential Education and Job Requirements:Bachelors\xe2\x80\x99 degree or equivalent experience is required (preferably in business studies)The ideal candidate has 6-8 years of practical and application 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 interpersonal skillsIn-depth understanding of respective category/categories is crucialPrevious experience in the Oil&Gas industry and/or industrial environment is an advantageAbility and consistent record of providing professional leadership, coordinate and mentor junior team membersExperience and in understanding of Supplier Performance Management activitiesTrack record of successful Procurement delivery in complex, challenging international environmentsProven experience with contract creation, negotiations and life-cycle managementStrong understanding and experience of Planning and Performance ManagementExperience working in a large and diverse teamStrong influencing and negotiation skills, as well as proven leadership behaviorsAnalytical abilities including marketplace and financial analysisAbility to communicate effectively with internal and external partners, even at senior levelsStrategic thinking and ability to define sourcing strategiesGlobal / international business experienceAt bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly valuedPossibility to join our social communities and networksLearning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career pathLife and health insurance, medical care packageAnd many other benefits.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Don\xe2\x80\x99t hesitate to get in touch with us to request any accommodations.Travel Requirement: No travel is expected with this roleRelocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocationRemote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote workingSkills: Agreements and negotiations, Analytical Thinking, Building sustainability, Category spend profiling, Category Strategy, Commercial Acumen, Commercial acumen (Inactive), Communication, Cost modelling, Decision Making, Digital fluency, Market Analysis, Negotiation planning and preparation, Sourcing strategy, Stakeholder Management, Supplier Selection, Sustainability awareness and action, Value creation and managementLegal Disclaimer:We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to bp\xe2\x80\x99s 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 accommodation related to the recruitment process, please to request accommodations.If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

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