Sourcing Senior Analyst - Low Carbon Energy

Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

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 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.

This is an Individual Contributor role and will support various bp businesses with a range of sourcing, contracting and supplier performance management activities based on Category Management Policy (CMP).

Working within a defined global process framework, this role will contribute to an enhanced Service Delivery Model around how bp manage costs through third-party contract agreements, and ensure maximum value is achieved. This role is encouraged to deliver value using the provisions of the CMP and within boundaries of relevant laws, regulations, approved budgets and, where applicable, JV partner and NOC agreements.

This role follows bp’s Code of Conduct, as well as all HSSE requirements, including continual support of HSSE objectives within the business, and taking a professional and focused 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 regulation.

This role will be on shift hour, 1pm – 10pm or 3pm -12am MY Time

Key Accountabilities

The Sourcing Senior Analyst will support/handle end-to-end low/medium complexity Sourcing and Contracting projects as per business request, inclusive but not limited to the following activities:

Case Management

• Receive, execute and continuously handle multiple Sourcing and Contracting of low to medium complexity scopes via the Case Management tool.

Sourcing Strategy

• Gather and analyze market intelligence data on a regular basis relative to supported categories and regions, to evaluate market and industry conditions to formulate the Sourcing strategies and decisions..
• Develop the ATM (approach to market) according to the approved Sourcing Strategy, and manage the associated approval processes.

Supplier Prequalification and Set-Up

• Perform Suppliers’ screening/prequalification and monitor/manage the process status as per the related guidelines.
• Manage the set up of transactional suppliers in P2P systems.

Event Management

• Support/manage the bidder selection process.
• Develop case and liaise with Event Management team for sourcing projects & events (RFI/RFP/Auctions) in the available tools and systems.
• Manage interactions and relationship throughout a sourcing project.
• Coordinate with business stakeholder and Bidders to ensure Technical and Commercial Bid Evaluation performed in accordance with CMP and Regional/NOC requirements.
• Develop and acquire approvals for Award Recommendation document as per Governance Framework in respective regions.

Contracting

• Determine the appropriate contract template and develop the contract content based on the information contained in the Sourcing Strategy, sourcing event and/or detailed scope of work specifications.
• Negotiate relevant contract terms with suppliers, within the defined parameters of legal and category mentorship.
• Escalate any contract term exceptions per the deviation process, and manage approval process.
• Draft and compile contract ready for execution.
• Manage the contract execution/signature process per the applicable POA (power of attorney) requirements for each BP entity.

Post Award Contract Management

• Ensure Contract is fit for purpose, valid and updated in the Company’s systems at all times. This will include the extension, amendment and close-out of Contracts based on request from Business in accordance with CMP.
• Resolve any dispute in invoice payments by proactively engaging with Suppliers and Accounts Payable team to ensure timely payment with complete compliance.
• Ensure Pricebooks are up-to date by adding/removing items from Pricebooks based on agreements made with Business and Suppliers.

Contract Operationalization

• Operationalize the Contract upon award in the Company’s tools and systems.

What You need to be successful:

• The ideal candidate has five (5) years of practical experience in End to End sourcing and contracting of services and commodities in Energy sector, coupled with a strong commercial acumen.
• Proven experience of two (2) to three (3) years in Low Carbon Energy business is an advantage.
• Knowledge of different contract templates.
• Good in stakeholder management and good team work.
• Experience working in a large and multi-cultural team.
• Negotiation skills, leadership behaviors.
• Proficient in English (Read, Write and Converse) language is must.
• Ability to adapt with shift hours arrangement.
• Comfortable to work on remote location basis.
• Believe in Agile ways of working.

About bp

bp is a global energy business with a purpose to reimagine energy for people and our planet. We aim to be a very different kind of energy company by 2030, helping the world reach net zero and improving people’s lives. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Join bp and become part of the team building our future!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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:

Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Category Management Process, Category Management Strategy, Contract Agreements, Contract Creation, Contract Evaluations, Contract handover and implementation, Contract Interpretation, Contract Negotiations, Contract Sourcing, Digital Fluency, Event Sourcing, Leading Self, market, Negotiating, Negotiation planning and preparation, Performance Contracting, Procurement, Project Sourcing, Relationship Management, Sourcing and Procurement {+ 2 more}

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.

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.