Team Lead Operational Procurement
Odfjell Technology (OTL) in a unique position to influence the energy solutions of the future with the help of our long heritage and extensive expertise. We deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable solutions that save time, cost, and reduce carbon emissions for our clients. Our people connect 50 years of industry experience with the technology of tomorrow.
We believe that we achieve the best results when we work together. For almost 50 years, our employees have been our most important success factor!
The Supply Chain Management (SCM) department in OTL are looking for:
- A person to lead the Operational Procurement team supporting our internal customers in the OTL groups; Operations and Odfjell Well Services.
- A person to lead the Operational Procurement team supporting our internal customers in the ODL group.
The successful candidates will lead a dynamic team of Operational Purchasers and work closely with the many highly competent and motivated teams within OTL. The primary workplace will be at our head office in Bergen, but some travel activity should be expected.
The person we are looking for are motivated to:
Facilitate growth and success for the companies
Contribute to the strategic direction of the SCM department
Develop his/her team
Execute strong leadership
Also carry out operational procurement if needed to support the team
Ensure optimal working environment for oneself and colleagues
Contribute to continuous improvement to achieve the companies' mission and objectives
Identify and comply with our core values
Key personnel responsibility:
Line manager responsibility for the team, including performance reviews and development talks
Be a discipline advisor to the team
Ensure good flow of information through regular team meetings
Define areas of responsibility within the team
Distribute tasks to ensure best use of competence and capacity
Ensure the quality, prioritization and completion of daily activities
Monitor and forecast capacity within the team
Recruit, preboard and onboard new personnel
Personnel training and development
Facilitate and contribute to good working environment
Key performance responsibility:
Contribute to reduce environmental emissions
Contribute to reduce cost
Contribute to increase auto purchases and digital processes
Ensure sourcing strategies are aligned with company goals and objectives
Ensure that implemented procedures, purchasing systems and routines are followed
Seek to improve, update and develop procedures, purchasing systems and routines
Motivate and guide the team
Contribute to provide excellent customer service
Contribute to good collaboration across disciplines and business areas
Monitor KPI's and encourage continuous improvement
Initiate and participate in internal and external audits or performance reviews
Qualification requirements:
Strong educational background with minimum a Bachelor's Degree in relevant discipline area or documented extensive experience
Minimum 5 years relevant experience
Good knowledge of IT tools and systems within area of responsibility
Good knowledge of English, both written and oral
Knowledge & skills:
Determined and result oriented
Structured, diligent and systematic
Ability to work independently and in teams
Manage multiple interfaces with and meet internal customer needs
Ability to identify and recommend processes improvements
Positive and service minded
Proactive and solution oriented
Effective communication and interpersonal relation skills
Ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal customers
Good knowledge of suppliers and market situation
Good Supplier Relationship Management skills
Why you should join our team:
The Odfjell group recognizes that the shift to renewable energy requires a new way of thinking. By leveraging diverse, cross-functional teams we drive innovation, sustainability, and technological improvements across the business. Our people are at the heart of what we do to drive change as we continue to shape and grow the business.
We strive to create a satisfying and motivating workplace for our employees and an arena for sharing experiences with a focus on ongoing learning and development. Our employees report high levels of empowerment, open dialogue, and trust.
We believe that diversity and inclusion are pre-conditions to succeed in a global marketplace. We believe our company values should be reflected in the everyday behavior of our leaders and employees alike.
We offer:
Learning and development support
Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive working environment
Part of a global company with opportunities for growth and development
Competitive compensation and benefits including paid time-off, insurances and retirement
Flexible home office opportunities
We live our core values - creative, competent, result oriented, committed - while always being safety conscious.
