Category Manager Ops Readiness (SL)

Our Vision.

SBM Offshore believes the oceans will provide the world with safe, sustainable and affordable energy for generations to come. We share our experience to make it happen.

Our Profile.

We design, build, install and operate offshore floating facilities for the offshore energy industry. As a leading technology provider, we put our marine expertise at the service of a responsible energy transition by reducing emissions from fossil fuel production, while developing cleaner solutions for renewable energy sources. More than 7,000 SBMers worldwide are committed to sharing their experience to deliver safe, sustainable and affordable energy from the oceans for generations to come. Together, we are driving progress forward in a TRUE. BLUE. TRANSITION. 

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MAIN ROLE
 

As the Supply Chain Category Manager, you will be instrumental in orchestrating the country entry plan and establishing new contracts across various categories to facilitate the operation of FPSO (Floating Production, Storage, and Offloading) vessels in new territories. Your primary objective will involve devising and executing sourcing strategies while ensuring compliance, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of equipment, materials, and services required for FPSO operations.
 

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies and contracting plan tailored to meet the diverse needs of FPSO operations in new countries.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to define specifications and scope of work for contracts across different categories.
• Craft comprehensive Requests for Quotation (RFQ) incorporating technical, commercial, and quality requirements
• Collaborate with Ops readiness and Proposals to have price benchmarks and estimate that support Win pricing models.
• Evaluate and select suitable suppliers, manufacturers, and vendors in partnership with category Managers.
• Establish and maintain vendor relationships, including compiling vendor lists and conducting necessary audits.
• Manage RFQ issuance, bid evaluation, and negotiation processes to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Prepare purchase recommendations and negotiate agreements, including General Terms and Conditions and service level agreements.
• Facilitate the signing and deployment of contracts to support FPSO operations in new territories.

EXPERIENCE
 

• Engineering degree 
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Proficiency in developing and negotiating contracts, including framework agreements.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards applicable to FPSO operations.
• Familiarity with a broad range of categories, including but not limited to equipment, materials, and services essential for offshore operations.
• Thorough knowledge of procurement regulations and legislation in relevant countries.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Willingness to travel internationally, including offshore locations, as needed.

SPECIFIC SKILLS

• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards applicable to FPSO operations.
• Familiarity with a broad range of categories, including but not limited to equipment, materials, and services essential for offshore operations.
• Thorough knowledge of procurement regulations and legislation in relevant countries.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Willingness to travel internationally, including offshore locations, as needed.

BEHAVIOURS

• Manages complexity
• Action oriented
• Ensure accountability
• Drive results
• Collaborate
• Persuade
• Instill trust
• Being resilient

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.