Head Energy is currently looking for a Global category Buyer - Subsea SPS and SURF

On behalf of one of our clients, we are looking for a Global category Buyer - Subsea SPS and SURF

Job Description:

• Support Global Category Manager in developing, a category strategy, monitor supplier markets, demand, forecasts, spend, assess suppliers, identify improvement levers and select priority opportunities for added value
• Implement activities defined in the Category Strategy, including setting final specifications and commercial conditions, define critical performance factors, tendering, evaluation of proposals, conduct final negotiations up to contract award
• Execute contracts and ensure contract performance and adherence to contractual conditions, contract variations/amendments, handling of disputes and claims;
• Manage supplier relationships; monitor supplier performance, support the drive for continuous improvement and/or supplier development, collect supplier feedback, reduce the cost of poor quality and non-productive time (NPT), optimize supply chain processes;
• For larger capital projects and operations, be part of the project organization, establish project procurement strategy, coordinate between project and procurement organization, support smooth project organization, procurement reporting, manage non-conformities.

• Master’s degree in relevant field of study (economics, engineering, legal) or equivalent experience
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in strategic procurement in E&P industry
• Technical knowledge/understanding of the respective categories
• Knowledge of Global Markets within the respective categories of responsibility
• Knowledge of Contract management (contracting skills, applicable law, Incoterms)
• Knowledge and methods for Development of Procurement strategies, Specification assessment, Tender management, Tender evaluations, Risk management, Supplier management, Business Partner management, Logistics / Supply chain management, Operational procurement 

• Excellent negotiation skills with proven track record
• Flexible and willing to travel 
• Qualities: trust, care, open-minded and brave
• Strong Entrepreneurial Drive
• Self-motivated 
• Proactive and team oriented
• Very good communication & interpersonal skills 
• Cross cultural awareness
• Fluent in English (oral and written)  

• Norwegian
• English

• Permanent- or project employment with the best conditions.
• Access to the industry´s most exciting job opportunities
• Personal follow-up, mentoring and career guidance
• A large variety of project opportunities
• Good pension- and insurance schemes 
• A pleasant and positive work environment
• Access to both specific and general courses.