Senior Contracts & Category Professional

NES Fircroft; Stavanger; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider in Stavanger seeks a Senior Contracts & Category Professional to develop procurement strategies and negotiate with suppliers. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Proficiency in both English and Norwegian is essential. This role involves ensuring compliance with procedures and managing contract records. It offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment within the oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience required.
• Strong ability to use data for decision-making.
• Ability to analyze market trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies.
• Lead supplier communication and negotiations.
• Keep contract records organized.
• Analyze market trends for cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Fluency in English

Fluency in Norwegian

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics, engineering, logistics or a related field

Job description

Senior Contracts & Category Professional

Contract period: 05.01.2026 - 31.12.2026

Location: Stavanger

Main tasks

• Develop and implement procurement strategies.
• Lead supplier communication and negotiations to secure optimal agreements with suppliers.
• Keep contract records and all related documents tidy and in order.
• Analyse market trends and supplier landscape to identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
• Ensure that all procurement activities comply with internal procedures business management system and external regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in economics, engineering, logistics or a related field.
• Strong analyticskills and the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, with a focus on achieving results.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience.
• Fluent/good abilities in English and Norwegian, both verbal and written.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.