Senior Buyer Analyst (US)

Entity:

Finance

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

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?

Join our Procurement Team and advance your career as a

Senior Buyer Analyst (US)

In this role You will:

• Analyze incoming business demand, inspect incoming requisitions for correctness and completeness,
  Understanding specification and identify the most appropriate sourcing route, assign sources of supply in accordance with category guidance or other relevant sourcing instructions.

• Create and communicate the Request for Information/Request for Quotation. Evaluate quotes and raise purchase orders for approval.

• Request for Quote to obtain pricing, delivery, and other commercial terms.

• Timely creation of?Purchase Orders?(POs) from approved requisitions,?as well as?the associated follow-on activities related PO acceptance, tracking, change, and close.?

• Create and analyze Procure to Pay reports, ensure data accuracy and completion and compliance.

• Generate Purchase Order and confirming acceptance by the supplier.

• Resolve operational issues with the suppliers and requestor related to the quality, delivery or receipt of good.

• Manage required changes to PO and closure of the PO.

• Initiate vendor call-back to validate banking information.

• Manage invoice workflows efficiently to ensure pay on time statistics are maintained in line with company expectations.

• Work on distinct procurement projects and or sourcing solutions as required by the Line Manager.

• Develop effective relationships with key internal partners, ensuring efficient support is provided, and value is driven with the appropriate challenge.

• Provide cover and support to other New Businesses Procurement staff, as required from time to time, especially during periods of high workload.

What You need to be successful:

• 3 - 5 years of practical experience in sourcing and procurement of goods and services

• Good track record in a procurement and/or commercially focused role

• Able to work alone or as part of a team in a dynamic, constantly changing environment.

• Fluency in English and able to communicate effectively.

• University degree or equivalent professional certification experience

• Proven ability to multitask and deliver against tight deadlines.

• Available to support local business hours on a weekly split shift basis

• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing ability.

• Proven ability to seek out Continuous Improvement activities and lead and support change.

• Strong working knowledge in MS Office and Teams

• Working experience with SAP\Ariba (Procurement) is an advantage.

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Agreements and negotiations, Analytical Thinking, Building sustainability, Category spend profiling, Category Strategy, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Cost modelling, Decision Making, Digital fluency, Market Analysis, Negotiation planning and preparation, Sourcing strategy, Stakeholder Management, Supplier Selection, Sustainability awareness and action, Value creation and management

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp's recruiting process (eg, 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.