Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

About us
Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by extraordinary insight and expertise. We’re always tackling for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too. Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!

About the Role
The Materials Management Advisor focuses on the enablement of efficient storage and forward distribution of materials through to customers in the physical supply chain. This role ensures value delivery to internal customers by providing a service orientated interface and materials management (MM) strategies that support bp’s business and deliver an effective and efficient physical supply chain. It drives and embeds a continuous improvement culture through the framework of OMS by understanding operational business requirements and MM strategy all supported by fact-based performance management indicators. Oversees and is responsible for the services provided by contracted Warehousing Service Providers. Ensures warehousing services are stays in sync with contracts while reducing operational risk through effective delivery of plan.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead by example and ensure that all warehousing operations and activities follow all bp HSE and other regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with bp MM common process and all other relevant policies and procedures as they relate to warehousing.
• Ensure safe custody and security of all materials stored in warehouse and storage yard areas.
• Provide input for the annual budgetary plan and monitor warehousing cost during the year. Verify the cost invoiced by Warehousing Service Provider.
• Review demand plans to understand physical warehousing support requirements in the region and critically assess regional warehousing network to determine number, capacity and location of required storage locations that will improve efficiency and optimize cost.
• Lead/support various project initiatives that will drive Warehousing strategy and warehousing improvements in the region.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure appropriate strategies and processes for the preservation, maintenance and care of materials are implemented.
• Work with Warehousing Service Providers to optimize the utilisation of warehouse and storage yard areas for the most efficient and effective storage, handling and flow of materials.
• Act in the capacity of Supplier Management Job Rep/Contract Accountable Manager (CAM) for MM service contracts to execute supplier management activities in accordance with bp Procedures.
• Responsible for accident and incident reporting as prescribed for the MM sub-function and Region.
• Set up and monitor metrics that measure Shipping & receiving performance.
• Conduct regular site monitoring activities to verify conformance to warehousing standards.

Implementing Efficiencies in Global Processes:

• Analyze current global processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with MM community to standardize and streamline processes.
• Supervise and evaluate the impact of implemented changes to ensure continuous improvement.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage projects from initiation to completion and ensuring timely delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.

Crucial Education:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or other relevant technical discipline.

Essential Experience and Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of Warehousing activities and other fundamental Logistics industry operational activities.
• Understanding of the safety risks associated with Warehousing and Logistics and risk mitigation activities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with individuals across multiple disciplines and geographies, across organizational boundaries and levels within BP and with suppliers.
• Working knowledge of systems such as SAP and software tools.

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous MM and/or Warehousing experience in multiple industries.
• Degree in Supply Chain or Professional accreditation such as CPM, CIPS, APICS.

Why join bp:

At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!

Travel Requirement

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role.

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation.

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working.

Skills:

Agility core practices, Commercial Acumen, Contract Management, Cost Leadership, Cost Management, Decision Making, Digital Fluency, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Materials demand management, Negotiation planning and preparation, Project and programme management, Resource and budget planning, Stakeholder Management, Supply chain management, Warehousing.

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., 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.