Software Procurement Advisor (Contract)

bp Sunbury-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom Software Procurement Advisor (Contract) bp Sunbury-On-Thames, England, United Kingdom Talent Delivery Partner – bp direct sourcing (Curated by Harvey Nash) Job Title: Software Procurement Advisor Job Location: Sunbury-on-Thames (Hybrid, 3 days a week in office / 2 days from home) Contract Length: Until 31st December 2025 (Possibility of extension) Industry: Oil and Energy, Procurement Role Overview: Join bp\’s procurement team and help drive innovation and transformation in our software category. We are looking for a dynamic individual with around 8 years of experience in commercial or procurement roles to lead the charge in making bp a leader in digital and talent supply chains. What you will do: End to end software category management, including: Commercial lead on major investment programs Programmatic management of contract renewal cycles Software licensing and audit activity ERP (inc SAP) expertise would be ideal. Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers. Create and execute a category strategy that aligns with bp’s goals. Identify and pursue high-value opportunities. Collaborate with the software asset management team to ensure compliance and efficiency. Implement a digital-first approach to the P2P process for software using Ariba. What you will have: Understanding of the software supply market and the ability to absorb and utilize market intelligence. Action-orientated with strong planning skills. Curious mindset to explore new approaches and technologies. Excellent communication and influencing skills. Experience working across different cultures and in international settings. Preferred Skills: Experience in Agile teams and approaches. Experience with Ariba and ServiceNow. Experience in category strategy development and execution. What We Offer: Inclusive and diverse work environment. Flexible work-life balance. Learning and development opportunities. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Other Industries Oil and Gas Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at bp by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Procurement Advisor” roles. London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Surrey, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Greater London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Uxbridge, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Reading, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Strategic Sourcing Manager – Indirect Procurement City Of London, England, United Kingdom £80.00-£87.50 3 days ago TikTok Shop – Procurement Manager, Europe Logistics London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago London, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Senior Procurement Specialist, WEC – 18 Month FTC Woking, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Senior Procurement Manager – FM & Operations Greater London, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Supply Chain & Operations Consultant (Sourcing & Procurement) London, England, United Kingdom 3 months ago London, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Surrey, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr