Senior Execution Analyst - Tactical Sourcing (Upstream)

Entity: Technology Job Family Group: Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group Job Description: Job Grade- I4 Responsible to procure goods or services from designated sources of supply for requirements generated by BP operations. The Buyer plays the key role in the procurement process that involves timely creation of Purchase Orders (POs) from approved requisitions, as well as the associated follow-on activities related PO acceptance, tracking, change, and close. Key activities include: • Inspect incoming requisitions for correctness and completeness and re-distributing or referring them when appropriate • Assign sources of supply in accordance with category guidance or other relevant sourcing instructions • Issue, as needed, Requests for Quote to obtain pricing, delivery and other commercial terms • Engage BP stakeholders – e.g., requestors, sourcing specialist etc., to finalize the purchase decision • Generate Purchase Order and confirming acceptance by the supplier • Resolve operational issues with the suppliers, sourcing specialist and requestor related to the quality, delivery or receipt of good / services, invoice payment, return of materials, etc. • Manage required changes to PO and closure of the PO • Working hours (UK shift) to support Business Partners: 12:30 to 9:30PM 4. Qualifications, Competencies & Mindset Technical Skills & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in management, Business, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, or related field • Minimum 4-6 years of experience order management and buying • Strong knowledge of procurement practices with understanding of accounts payable practices • Proficient in PSCM applications including ARIBA, SAP and Salesforce • Experience of working cross culturally and in an international environment • Engaging and collaborative way of working • Resilient and experienced in working in multi-faceted environment • Experience in using ERP, good skills in Excel Preferred • Oil & Gas, Energy, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Technical Procurement experience. • Knowledge of Upstream operations and material buying (DIRECT) requirements. • Experience with Ariba, SAP, Guided Buying, Sourcing platforms, and procurement analytics tools. • Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or Process Excellence exposure. • Certification in CIPS, CPSM, CPM, SPSM or equivalent is an added advantage • Excellent English verbal and written communication Mindsets • Own your success - Accountable for delivering innovative business outcomes; Seeks opportunities to improve and digitize process delivery; Adheres to safe and ethical work practices • Think big - Actively builds own knowledge, capabilities and skills for the future; Values teamwork and collaborates to achieve results • Be curious - Willing to suggest new ways of working, processes and technologies; ensures the delivery and improvement of digital solutions to benefit customers • Effortless customer experiences - Understands Business needs and delivers digital seamless self-service customer experiences • Digital first - Applies creative digital solutions to solve problems Key Competencies • Operational Excellence - Has a sound understanding of process and workflow streamlining, problem resolution and change management • Risk Management - Identifies external and internal factors that impact risk and mitigation opportunities. Identifies potential new or emerging risks / threats and implements mitigation plans • Change Management - Builds energy around a change using a systematic approach to transition from the present to the desired state • Digital Fluency - Effectively uses digital guidance, tools, methodologies, and security measures for operating as a digital business. Uses digital tools to collaborate, organize, plan and reflect on digital data. • Analytical Thinking - Systematically breaks down a complex problem or process into component parts using logical analysis techniques to reach a solution. Logically assesses relationships, grasps interdependencies, and reviews trends within a complex problem or situation. Challenges assumptions and reliability of acquired information. • Decision Making – Makes decisions affecting both own tasks and those of others. Combines a variety of factors including commercial awareness, risk and financial expertise to make appropriate decisions and derive insights. • Innovation - Adapts existing processes, methods and ways of working to drive efficiency. Uses digital technologies to develop new ideas, projects and opportunities. • Influencing - Identifies areas of alliance and disagreement, evaluates options and potential outcomes, and plans influencing strategy. Identifies short term customer needs and communicates benefits to the stakeholder. Knows when and how to use the chain of command. • Problem Solving - Evaluates and prioritises problems for own area. Resolves problems in a timely way, using a combination of logic and experience to make decisions and solve problems • Relationship Management - Establishes and maintains relationships with peers and internal business partners to achieve results. • Business Acumen - Identifies new or alternative approaches to performing business activities more efficiently. Why join bp Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner! At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and high-reaching environment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. Disclaimer We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis race, religi