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BP

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Logistics
  • Melbourne

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, strong customer management skills, expertise in category management and sourcing, global teamwork experience, and familiarity with P2P processes and e-procurement tools.
  • You will advise on procurement, manage supplier relationships, drive sourcing activities, ensure contract compliance, and uphold ethical standards while aligning business needs with category strategies.

Requirements

  • University degree in a relevant technical or business field.
  • Strong internal customer management skills with a proven ability to engage senior leadership.
  • Expertise in category management, sourcing, contracting, and supplier management.
  • Experience in delivering results across geographies and in virtual teams.
  • Familiarity with P2P processes, SAP, Ariba, or other e-procurement tools (desirable).
  • This role is Melbourne based.
  • Please be aware that all bp ANZ employees must be Permanent Residents or Citizens of Australia or New Zealand.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary procurement advisor and communicate with business team members, leading review meetings and representing the Customer Procurement team in forums and leadership discussions.
  • Manage relationships with the Sourcing & Contracting team to ensure alignment with local market conditions, legislation, and business needs.
  • Provide business and supplier insights to build category strategy development.
  • Partner with team members to build and share a demand plan that aligns business objectives with procurement activities.
  • Connect team members with category expertise, translating strategies as needed, and support cross-category procurement initiatives.
  • Drive global procurement programs, including Modern Slavery, Sustainability, and Indigenous Supply initiatives.
  • Implement sourcing activities for the Australian business in collaboration with Category and Sourcing & Contracting teams.
  • Lead all aspects of contract implementation and ensure smooth integration into the business.
  • Ensure supplier performance and contract compliance to increase value delivery from procurement programs.
  • Expertise in Category Management, Sourcing, Contracting, Supplier Management, and Commercial Negotiation.
  • Uphold bp’s Code of Conduct, ensuring ethical behavior and compliance with HSSE, legal, and financial standards.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Customer Procurement Advisor.

Is this a permanent position?

No, this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

Where is this position based?

This position is based in Melbourne.

What do you need to be eligible to apply for this role?

Applicants must be Permanent Residents or Citizens of Australia or New Zealand.

What kind of degree is required for this role?

A university degree in a relevant technical or business field is required.

Is travel required for this job?

No travel is expected with this role.

What kind of working arrangements are offered?

Excellent work-life balance and flexible working arrangements are offered, in a hybrid of office/remote working.

What are the key responsibilities of the Customer Procurement Advisor?

Key responsibilities include acting as the primary procurement advisor, managing supplier performance, implementing sourcing activities, and driving global procurement programs, among others.

What skills are necessary for this position?

Necessary skills include analytical thinking, stakeholder management, negotiation planning, commercial acumen, and sustainability awareness, among others.

Are there any specific software tools that familiarity is desirable for this role?

Yes, familiarity with P2P processes, SAP, Ariba, or other e-procurement tools is desirable.

Will relocation assistance be provided for this role?

No, this role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

What is bp's stance on diversity and inclusion?

bp is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and treated fairly, valuing the diversity of its employees.

What benefits are offered to employees in this role?

Benefits include excellent work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, a collaborative environment, and a generous salary package.

What type of contract compliance is expected in this role?

Ensuring supplier performance and contract compliance to increase value delivery from procurement programs is expected.

How does bp emphasize ethical behavior in this role?

The Customer Procurement Advisor is expected to uphold bp’s Code of Conduct, ensuring compliance with HSSE, legal, and financial standards.

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BP

Reimagining energy for people and our planet

Energy
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10,001+
Employees
1909
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The world is changing fast and our industry is changing with it. The energy mix is shifting towards lower carbon sources, driven by technological advances and growing environmental concerns. In bp, we will help drive this transition - and our business will be transformed by it. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

  • Disability Insurance

  • Vision Insurance