Job Description
The Segment Vendor Manager (VM) is accountable for segment / function vendor relationship, performance and contract management, and third-party sourcing strategies. Additionally, the Segment Vendor Manager will be responsible for compliance with broader IT&S vendor strategies. The VM will work very closely with Indirect Procurement (IP).This role will be crucial to establishing strong vendor relationships, managing vendor contracts and performance, and leveraging Segment / Function scale to deliver optimal value for the business. The VM will report to Head of Strategy, Portfolio and Architecture.
Qualifications .
Demonstrable experience of vendor/supplier/3rd party management, from a focus of large technical organisations with considerable experience in IT commodities/ services procurement.Experience of outsourcing and management of offshore suppliers.Experience defining and utilizing “best practices” within vendor management and an in-depth knowledge of existing industry standards and benchmarks.Experience of creating and managing performance measurement frameworks for large-scale engagements of up to 5 major vendors and spend of up to $25m.Experience managing large budgets and cost-control, including cost-centred vendor engagement models.Experience working closely with Indirect Procurement organizations to negotiate relevant service contracts with vendors.Proven track record of successfully influencing teams of a diverse background with regards to culture, language and work experience.Strong in financial analysis – ability to analyse financial statements, financial data.Good negotiation skills with experience in negotiating commercial IT contracts.Ability to engage senior business and IT personnel in an effective manner.Good written and verbal communication skills.Excellent customer service orientation.
Company Profile Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. With a workforce of 80,000 employees, BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.
