Entity:

Finance

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

As a leading global energy company, we provide heat, light and mobility to customers worldwide. Across the bp landscape, we’re home to a range of brands across many areas of our industry. We’re investing in today’s energy system and helping build out tomorrow’s. So while we’re still in oil and gas, over the next decade we’ll become a different kind of energy company. We’re decarbonizing and diversifying our business, fundamentally transforming what we do so we can reach net zero by 2050 or sooner. We also have a strong mission to help the whole world reach net zero too – working across our industry to improve people’s lives.

It's an exciting time to join bp. Meeting the energy challenge requires many different approaches and solutions. And as part of Finance Business & 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 at bp. And no matter where you work, your role will have meaning, purpose and impact. So if you want to be part of a caring, supportive environment where you can realize your full potential, we’re with you.

Would you like to discover how our diverse, hardworking people are leading the way in making energy cleaner and better – and how you can play your part in our world-class team?

Join our Szeged Team and advance your career as a

Sourcing Lead- Digital & Talent- Fixed-term

The Sourcing Lead supports various BP businesses with a range of 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.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in sourcing of services and commodities, knowledge of contracts and legal terms, sourcing strategy preparation, coupled with a strong commercial orientation, communication and stakeholder-management skills.

Please note that this position is offered on a fixed-term basis until end of August 2026!

In this role You will:

• Manage complex, end-to-end Sourcing projects as per business request, inclusive of the following activities:
  • Demand Management
  • Case Management
  • Sourcing Strategy
  • Supplier Selection
  • Contracting
  • Contract Operationalization
  • Post Award Contract Management
  • Supplier Management
• Drive and manage various sourcing and contracting projects of high spend & complexity
• 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
• Contribute to the development of the respective category strategies from a sourcing team’s side
• Develop Sourcing strategy, including options & scenarios in accordance with the respective Category strategy
• Manage and coordinate the supplier selection process to ensure the most ideal option is chosen
• Depending on the organizational setup, this Sourcing Lead role may have people management responsibilities
• Regardless of the specific reporting structure, the Sourcing Lead is expected to provide coaching and professional guidance to their wider Team
• Represent the Team and support junior team members in communication and engagement with senior collaborators
• Drive and coordinate issue resolution in complex scenarios propose improvement initiatives that result in long term solution

What You will need to be successful:

• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent experience is required (preferably in business studies)
• Procurement related professional certification is an advantage
• 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 communication skills
• In-depth understanding of respective category/categories is essential
• Previous experience in the Oil&Gas industry and/or industrical environment is an advantage
• Experience and in understanding of Supplier Performance Management activities
• Proven experience with contract creation, negotiations and life-cycle management
• Strong understanding and experience of Planning and Performance Management
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills, as well as proven leadership behaviors
• Fluent in English and in other language(s) based on the BP location(s) supported
• Ability to review and analyse complex data to identify issues and trends

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
• Flexible working schedule: home office up to 2 days / week, based on team agreement
• Opportunity to build up long term career path and develop your skills with wide range of learning options
• 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 2024 Award (SSC / BSC sector) fourth time in a row at PwC's annual employer research. Come and join us!

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.

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation may be negotiable for this role

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Legal 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 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.

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.