Strategic Category Buyer: Negotiation & Supply Chain

SBM Offshore N.V.; Porto; Presencial; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

SBM Offshore is seeking a Category Buyer to lead long-term supplier negotiations and drive value across the procurement lifecycle. You will monitor supplier performance, conduct market analyses, and ensure commercial terms align with project needs and category strategy.

Ideal candidates bring oil and gas procurement experience, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of TCO and cost breakdown models.

Formación

• Experience in procurement or supply chain management within oil and gas.
• Analytical mindset with data analysis and market research.
• Commercial acumen with strong negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership and cost breakdown models.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of category strategy and supplier management.
• Experience with contract management and vendor performance.

Responsabilidades

• Negotiate and contract long-term agreements with strategic partners.
• Monitor suppliers' financial data, capacity and investment plans.
• Perform market analysis to support sourcing decisions.
• Ensure commercial agreements align with project needs and optimize terms.
• Deliver frame agreements per contracting plan in the category strategy.
• Support negotiations for packages and services using cost models and TCO.
• Assist projects and operations when vendor relationships are at risk (disputes, claims).
• Measure and report savings from category strategy implementation and KPIs.
• Issue purchase orders for key scopes when required.

Educación

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field

Descripción del empleo

SBM Offshore is seeking a Category Buyer to lead long-term supplier negotiations and drive value across the procurement lifecycle. You will monitor supplier performance, conduct market analyses, and ensure commercial terms align with project needs and category strategy.

Ideal candidates bring oil and gas procurement experience, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and a solid understanding of TCO and cost breakdown models.