We are a global energy business involved in every aspect of the energy system. We are working towards delivering light, heat and mobility to millions of people, every day. We are one of the very few companies equipped to solve some of the big complex challenges that matter for the future. We have a real contribution to make to the world’s ambition of a low carbon future. Join us, and be part of what we can accomplish together. You can participate in our new ambition to become a net zero company by 2050 or sooner, and to help the world get to net zero.

In Hungary, we operate bp’s Global Business Services organization which is an integrated part of bp. Our people want to play their part in solving the big complex challenges facing our world today and, guided by our bp values, are working to help meet the world’s need for more energy while lowering carbon emissions. In our offices in Budapest and Szeged, we work in customer service, finance, accounting, procurement, HR services and other enabling functions – providing solutions across all of bp. Join our team, and develop your career in an encouraging, forward-thinking environment!

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?

GBS Procurement is integral to building bp’s distinctive capabilities and enhancing the procurement processes. In order to achieve this, they are collaborating with segment category teams to effectively build, segment and manage the third-party supply chains. They are building the next generation of category management; sourcing and digital capability in line with bp’s defined functional vision and location strategy.

Join our Sourcing Team and advance your career as a SOURCING MANAGER- RETAIL ASSETS!

• 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
• Define approach to market and develop source selection criteria based on the business priorities and requirement
• Manage and coordinate the supplier selection process to ensure the most ideal option is chosen
• Manage all the relevant stakeholder and supplier interactions and relationship including senior levels throughout the sourcing project
• Define negotiation strategy, negotiate and agree on relevant contract terms with suppliers
• Define contracting strategy, develop and modify contract content based on templates and manage the approval process
• Propose potential modifications/updates to the relevant contract templates based on category specific requirements
• Generate reports (status, summary etc.) and analyse data depending on the project requirements
• Take an innovative approach and lead continuous process improvement initiatives
• The Sourcing Manager will have people management responsibilities
• The job holder is expected to provide coaching and professional guidance to the wider Team and proactively contribute to the development of sourcing capability and knowledge in GBS
• Active involvement in task allocation and workload management
• Effectively represent the Team in the respective categories in conversations with our partners and suppliers
• Represent the Team and support team members in communication and engagement with senior stakeholders when needed
• Drive and coordinate issue resolution in complex scenarios and propose improvement initiatives that result in long term solution

• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent experience is required (preferably in business studies)
• 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 Retail Asset category is vital
• Team / people management experience is essential
• Ability and proven record of providing professional leadership, coordinate and mentor junior team members
• Track record of successful Procurement delivery in complex, challenging international environments
• Proven experience with contract creation, negotiations
• Strong understanding and experience of Performance Management
• Experience working in a large and multicultural team
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external partners, even at senior levels
• Fluent in English. Spanish and/or Portuguese languages may mean an advantage.
• Critical thinking and ability to define sourcing strategies
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office products i.e. PowerPoint, Access & Excel.
• Experience working in an Ariba / Salesforce system environment is an advantage

Relocation Assistance: This role is not eligible for relocation.