Department Manager - Supply Chain Management

With Aibel you have a chance to develop your career through a range of projects in renewables and oil and gas. We call ourselves Engineering Pioneers. Whatever our job is, we approach it with creativity, curiosity and a drive to find new and better solutions. First we imagine the future. Then we build it.

The Supply Chain department in Bergen is an integral part of Aibel’s wider Supply Chain organization and consists of 30+ dedicated Procurement Managers, Buyers, and Logistics teams. We manage the procurement of materials, equipment, and services for Aibel’s projects, playing a key role in delivering value through costefficient, timely, and highquality project execution. Our work is carried out in close collaboration with business development, engineering, project management, legal, finance, and other internal disciplines, as well as with our network of prequalified, professional suppliers. 

About the position
As Department Manager SCM, you will lead and allocate Supply Chain resources in line with strategic objectives, ensuring structured planning, prioritization, and efficient execution. You will be responsible for inspiring, guiding, and developing a high‑performing team while fostering a positive and engaging work environment. A key focus will be strengthening commercial mindset and practices to improve financial outcomes through sound decision‑making, risk mitigation, and effective change management. You will ensure that Supply Chain methods and tools are applied consistently and continuously improved. You will also collaborate closely with stakeholders and budget owners to meet functional targets and drive initiatives in cost efficiency, sustainability, and competence development. The role also involves promoting open and confidential communication, contributing to improvement processes, and taking proactive steps to secure high‑quality deliveries, prevent conflicts, and provide constructive feedback across the organization.

Qualifications

• Experience from the energy sector or EPC‑type businesses, with strong competence in Supply Chain Management, procurement, and resource management

• Proven leadership abilities with the capacity to build strong relationships and drive team performance

• High professional capability within procurement processes, including experience leading improvement or restructuring initiatives

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred; relevant experience, motivation, and commitment may compensate for formal education

• Strong communication skills in both Norwegian and English

Personal qualities

You demonstrate responsibility, integrity, and professionalism, supported by a strong ethical mindset. You are flexible, open, and forward‑looking, with the ability to maintain quality and meet deadlines even during periods of high activity. With strong commercial awareness and a drive for cost‑efficient solutions, you are motivated by continuous improvement and long‑term value creation. You build trust through positive and constructive interactions, motivate those around you, and foster strong internal and external relationships. Reliable and self‑driven, you work effectively both independently and collaboratively, serving as a role model within the organisation.

Become our colleague
Aibel offers many career opportunities. With us, you can work across disciplines, build competence and develop your own potential. This contributes to a vibrant and engaging work environment. We also offer flexible working hours, and our welfare clubs have a wide range of activities and training opportunities for all our employees.
Our overall strategy is to strengthen and grow the company's strong position within various energy segments, including offshore wind, oil and gas and hydrogen. At the same time, we always pursue new opportunities. Aibel sees social responsibility as a fundamental prerequisite, and sustainable development is therefore a natural part of our guidelines, work procedures and decision-making processes.We value diversity and work targeted to secure inclusion of all employees.

Application deadline and contact information:
For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Vice President SCM Madhavi Vagle, tlf +47 409 02 191 
Work Place: Bergen
Application deadline: 09.04.2026

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