Lean Sourcing Senior Analyst

Job category Procurement & Supply Chain Management Experience level Intermediate Relocation available This role is not eligible for relocation Job type Professionals Travel required No travel is expected with this role Job code RQ111411

Role Synopsis

Technology Procurement is an integral part of how the BP business and functions operate. Technology Procurement support delivery of BP business and functional strategies by driving efficiency and effectiveness. The Technology Procurement Sourcing-to-Contracting (S2C) team is part of the sourcing pillar and drives the way in which BP approaches the market to source third party supply, balancing efficiency and value drivers in line with category strategy.

The S2C team manages risk and delivers value for BP’s global spend on Digital & Talent categories working across all functions, segments and geographies providing a unique ability to impact the business globally.

The Lean Sourcing Senior Analyst is responsible for delivering simple-mid complexity global sourcing events, driving significant value for the business.

Commercially astute with good communication and collaborator management skills, the Lean Sourcing Senior Analyst will be comfortable working at all levels across the business.

Key Accountabilities

Based on internal task assignment the Lean Sourcing Senior Analyst will manage the execution of mid-complex, multi-region, end to end sourcing projects’ sourcing across Digital & Talent categories within the bounds of agreed spend and risk thresholds.

Sourcing

• Validate requests, scopes of work and liaise with collaborators to ensure all business requirements are considered/met

• Gather and analyze market intelligence data on a regular basis relative to the appropriate category to properly gauge and evaluate market and industry conditions applied to determine the sourcing strategy

• Develop Sourcing Strategy with supervision based on request, incumbents, market conditions, scopes of work, etc. and manage the approval process

• Screen suppliers as per the related guidelines, Support/manage the supplier selection process

• Manage the relevant supplier interactions and relationship throughout a sourcing project/task lifespan

• Develop and obtain approvals for award recommendation documentation

Contracting

• Evaluate proposals/outputs

• Lead negotiations for commercial contracts

• Ensuring compliance to Technology Procurement controls and contract template

• Manage the contract execution/signature process per the applicable legal/POA (power of attorney) requirements for each BP entity, be a contract owner

Additional accountabilities specific to this role

• Effectively represent each category supported to the business and suppliers

• Develop a solid understanding of assigned contracts and/or supply agreement templates along with thorough understanding of legal concepts related to each category’s guiding principles, also known as Category Guidance.

• Reporting effectiveness through key metrics, including value delivery to the Sourcing Manager

• 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

• Align with all Health, Safety, Security and Environment (HSSE) policies and procedures

Essential Education:

• Bachelor Degree or equivalent experience in any subject area or related field

Essential Experience and Job Requirements:

• Professional experience with 4-5 years in procurement

• Experienced in running and complex sourcing events (including multi-vendor, single source negotiations, and RFXs)

• Experienced in sourcing across Digital & Talent categories

• Good interpersonal and communication skills required given diverse nature of operating landscape.

• Good influencing skills and the ability to motivate cross functional and diverse teams.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills required given diverse nature of operating landscape

• Project management capabilities

• Good understanding of procurement processes and systems

• Strong Negotiation skills in preparation and planning with evidence of key behaviours including listening, professional inquisitiveness

• Experienced in contracting including developing contract strategies, contract negotiations and setting up contracts with ongoing management in mind

• Ability to challenge and influence collaborators

• Experience of working cross culturally and in an international environment

• Ability to communicate and influence across different levels in the organisation

• Engaging and collaborative way of working

• Resilient and experienced in working in multi-faceted environment

• Proficient in written and verbal communication in English

Desirable criteria

• Experienced in working across time zones and cultures

• Digital & Talent category experience

At 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 valued

• Possibility to join our social communities and networks

• Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path

• Life and health insurance, medical care package

• And 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!

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.

Our innovative Energize recognition points programme and spot awards translate exceptional performance into tangible rewards, to motivate our high performers.

Pay

bp offers competitive pay in line with industry standards, making us an employer of choice.

Discretionary bonus

We offer discretionary bonuses to reward strong company, business unit and individual performance, and recognition awards, including those related to long service to recognize commitment to the company.

Retirement & savings

We offer a range of discretionary retirement and savings plans to help provide you and your family with financial security.

Insurance benefits

To give you additional peace of mind, bp provides valuable insurance benefits in some countries. These are designed to provide financial assistance to employees and their families if employees become unwell or die in service.

Equity

Depending on your location and job level, there may be equity (stock and share) options you are eligible to join so you can be part of bp’s success.

Disclaimer

This is a high-level summary only of terms and current discretionary benefits applicable to certain roles. Some rewards, benefits and policies are at managers’ discretion and vary depending on where you work within the business. All terms subject to contract and all discretionary benefits subject to policy and eligibility.