Contract Lifecycle Management Lead

Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

Key Accountabilities

Based on internal task assignment, the Contract Lifecycle Management Lead will support/handle medium to high risk activities, but not limited to the following:

Role Synopsis

• Implement the established CLM governance framework 

• Handle primarily core contracts with some operational contracts.

• Implement value delivery and contract value leakage initiatives

• Implement commercial and operational risk mitigation

Key Accountabilities

• Implement Contract Operationalization in applicable ERP systems (including all PA/PB management/updates).

• Implement structured contract close‑out with all contractual and commercial obligations.

• Implement contract changes (amendments, variations, terminations) timely and accurately.

• Support contract assurance initiatives and audits

• Support reporting and analysis for Procurement and Business stakeholders

Essential Education and Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Law, Supply Chain, Finance, Commerce or related fields.

• The ideal candidate has more than 6 years working experience in Contracting and Procurement in the energy sector (Upstream, Downstream, Digital and IT, Indirect, or Workplace).

• More than 3 years of Contract Management in Contracting and Procurement in the energy sector (Upstream, Downstream, Digital and IT, Indirect, or Workplace).

• Has sound knowledge of Sourcing and contracting processes with knowledge and sound practical application experience in contract assurance, contract risk & compliance, contract drafting and review, and contract close out in the energy industry. Contractually and commercially risk adverse.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required given diverse nature of operating landscape

• Strong analytical skills, communication, and able to engage similar level partners with the organization.

• Ability to operate independently and methodically with minimum supervision to handle and ensure process adherence, research and analysis of systems and information is a must,

• Working knowledge and understanding of contracting systems and ERPs

Additional Considerations and Job Requirements

• Proficient in English and other language is desirable (e.g; German, Spanish, , both spoken and written).

• Able to support or work in Europe shift

• Role will require occasional hours outside of standard business hours – to join calls with overseas SMEs/Partners

• Personal time management skills and ability to meet individual and team deadlines

• Experienced working in virtual teams

• Some experience in Agile Ways of Working and support Agile Ways of Working.

• From time to time, assigned additional task outside of regular/daily activities

At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:

• A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our  achievements and where fun and the attitude of giving back to our environment are highly valued

• Possibility to join our social communities and networks

• Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path

• Life and health insurance, medical care package

• And many other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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

Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us to request any accommodations.

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 tools, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Contract Creation, Contract handover and implementation, Contract Management, Digital Fluency, Negotiating, Negotiation planning and preparation, Sourcing strategy, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Selection

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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.