Transport Manager - Europe & META

Job Family Group:
Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group
Job Description:
This is a role within the Castrol organisation and the successful candidate will become part of the Castrol ring-fence. If you are part of the ring-fence, it is expected that your employment will move with Castrol to new ownership.
It's an exciting time to join bp. Meeting the energy challenge requires many different approaches and solutions. And as part of Finance Business & Technology (FBT), you’ll be fully connected into the world of bp. You’ll play an increasingly important part within a network of like-minded colleagues partnering on strategic projects that stretch across the globe. And it starts with you. There’s a world of opportunities to build new skills, challenge yourself and grow a long-term career at bp. And no matter where you work, your role will have meaning, purpose and impact. So if you want to be part of a caring, supportive environment where you can realize your full potential, we’re with you.
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Transport Manager - Europe & META
About the Role
Position secures right transport services with contingent capacity and meeting HSSEQ and service standards and covering all transport requirements in primary, secondary and plant related goods flows.
Main responsibilites & metrics include:
HSSEQ metrics (including carbon footprint)
IFOT (logistics component)
Plan adherence to Key Performance Indicators
Costs/Liter inbound/outbound
OCC delivery
In this role you will (be):
Key responsible for directing all transportation activity, packed and bulk; in a safe and compliant mode and HSSEQ’s tag in transportation overall with all aspects relating to this
Overall Contract Accountable Manager (CAM) responsibility for transportation, in co-operation with country logistics operations teams and key tag for non-product-related procurement (foremost but not limited to 4PL, LLP and ocean freight)
Develops and maintains high standard solutions in transportation E2E-process, organization and system functionalities and drives continuous improvements through, using voice of customer and digital opportunities
Is the managerial budget owner of all transportation cost and capex in EMETA and drives a zero-based budgeting approach each year to make sure we identify and reach opportunities
Functions as the process owner on end-to-end transportation, including collaborating with warehousing and process dependent master data
Follows up on market and sector trends by networking and following publications and informs the PU logistics teams proactively
Follows tightly up on transportation performance regarding service to markets, capacity, plan adherence by carriers and costs
On all Import and Export business, supports the O2C teams with support and guidance as well as updated solutions to keep lead times competitive at agreeable costs.
Provides in coaching to CF teams whenever needed
Helps CF Managers to build proficiency centres
Supports Cost-to-Serve advisors / customer tender process with quotations and freight rate indications
Collaborates closely with the Global Logistics Excellence Team representing the interest of the PU
CAM responsibility, co-signature on transport service selection and contracts for EMETA
HSSEQ responsible for transportation and delegation structure
Provides sign-off on approved processes, systems/applications and changes thereon
Manages and reports on transportation performance in the PU
What you'll need to be successful:
University degree in business economics, transportation economics, supply chain or similar
12 to 15 years experience in logistics and transportation in a multifaceted European environment
Hands-on experience in contracting transport services and with European transport market
Experienced in working closely with logistics operational teams
Proven understanding of European transport market particularities and broad haulier contact network
Very good comprehension of relevant HSSEQ related matters in transportation
Strong analytical proficiency to handle transportation by the real numbers
Phenomenal end-to-end process and system knowledge as well as digital solutions
Ability to find opportunities/synergies and actionize with an E2E process approach
At bp, we provide the following environment & benefits to you:
Different bonus opportunities based on performance, wide range of cafeteria elements
Life & health insurance, medical care package
Hybrid working arrangement aligned with team arrangements and business needs
Opportunity to build up long term career path and develop your skills with wide range of learning options
Celebrate in bp’s success. You may be eligible to join bp’s Global ShareMatch plan. This non-contractual benefit lets employees buy bp shares and receive matching shares, in line with plan rules
Family friendly workplace e.g.: Extended parental leave, Mother-baby room
Employees’ wellbeing programs e.g.: Employee Assistance Program, Company Recognition Program
Possibility to join our social communities and networks
Chill-out and collaboration spaces in our beautiful Budapest Agora and Szeged offices e.g.: Play Zones, Office massage, Sport and music equipment
bp Hungary won the Most Attractive Employer 2024 Award (SSC / BSC sector) fourth time in a row at PwC's annual employer research. Come and join us!
At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering 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.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Travel Requirement:
Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is eligible for relocation within country
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
4PL (Inactive), Agility core practices, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Commercial Acumen, Cost Optimization, Digital Fluency, End to End Supply Chain, Logistics Management, Negotiating, Ocean Freight, Project Management, Quality, Health, Safety and Environment (QHSE), Risk Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supply Chain Logistics, Supply chain management, Sustainability awareness and action
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Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, 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.
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