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!