Job Description

As an energy company searching for better, our success hinge on the people who share that passion. The work we do supplies millions of people across the world with energy every day. And as we face the greatest challenge of our lifetime, our ambition is to be a leading company in the world’s energy transition. Join us in the search for better.
The programme
The programme lasts for 2-years and includes rotations of 3-12 months across functions, business areas.

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The position

PDP Procurement Supplier Relations (PSR) is seeking highly motivated recent graduates to join our team who are equally driven as they are ready to accelerate digitalization and the energy transition.
As a Supply Chain Management Graduate, you can expect to collaborate with some of the 750 colleagues spread across Norway and our international offices. Together, we will contribute to safe and efficient supply of goods and services to all Equinor’s operations and development projects globally, execute global category management activities ranging from strategy to contract management, and be accountable for driving the strategic agenda and new ways of working. Through your various rotations you will understand how Equinor works with our suppliers and the vital role supply chain plays in supporting business needs across the company meanwhile ensuring compliance.
As a graduate in PSR, you will take on tasks alongside your rotations for broad PSR exposure and enhance your development by exploiting the available opportunities that await you. You will become a valuable member of our graduate community and collaborate with teams across Equinor’s value chain. As a caring, forward-thinking, and digitally competent individual, you'll have the opportunity to embrace innovation and explore new possibilities.

The PSR organization consists of six business units covering strategic and operational activities in the Supply Chain Management areas:

• Drilling, Well & Intervention
• Subsea Engineering, Renewables & Construction
• Operations
• Corporate Support
• Compliance, Improvement & Analysis
• Supply Chain Management Competence Centre

Working within PSR in Equinor offers close collaboration across all business areas and disciplines and with our suppliers. PSR ensures that Equinor is provided with the right goods and services both short and long term.
Typical work tasks:

• Contract establishment and contract management
• Supplier Relations Management
• Supplier Market Analysis
• Digital portfolio -drive digitalization
• Data Quality & Analytics, Simplification, and Improvement Initiatives
• Purchasing and Expediting
• Logistics management
• Warehouse management
• Material Management

Set up of rotations:
The SCM graduate program will consist of four rotations with a duration of approximately six- eight months each. This may vary based on business needs. Each year is divided into two rotations.
During the first rotation in year 1, you will gain vital PSR experience and knowledge from working with Operational procurement and/or Operational Supply Chain Upstream activities. For year 2, the rotations will primarily be within Strategical and Tactical procurement. In total, three out of four rotations are pre-defined at start date, focusing on building a solid foundation to become the next generation supply chain management contract lead. The graduates will have more influence on one of the rotations based on interests and preferences. We encourage rotations to other areas of the company to broaden your perspective and enrich your learning journey.

You

For this position we are looking for those with:

• Master’s degree or Ph D with good academic record within Economics, Business Management, Industrial economics, Logistics and Supply Chain, Law, and Engineering.
• Completed degree within year of starting (2025)
• Fluent in English
• No more than than two years of experience
• Formal experience is not a requirement
• Extracurricular activities and/or voluntary work is an advantage

Some of the personal qualities and characteristics we look for include:

• An awareness of risk and a commitment to safety for yourself and those around you.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to facilitate collaboration, influence stakeholders, and contribute to a diverse and inclusive culture.
• Motivation to be a key contributor in the energy transition. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to solve complex problems with creativity and innovation, in order to deliver on strategy.
• Is curious and strives to learn, develop, and grow their skills and competencies as their environment changes. Take ownership of and seek out learning opportunities and constructive feedback.
• You identify with our values, open, collaborative, courageous, and caring

Equinor is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all candidates who meet the educational and experience requirements, including candidates with disabilities. If you have any specific requirements for any stage in our process, then please make this clear in your application and our team will be happy to support you.

General information

Please make sure that when applying, you attach the following:

• CV/resume in English
• transcripts of records (or other documents describing subjects and grades) obtained to this point during your studies in English or Scandinavian language. If you are in the process of completing a degree, please upload an official temporary transcript.

Applications submitted without these attachments will unfortunately not be evaluated.
To ensure an efficient recruitment process, please be informed that you may apply for a maximum of three Graduate roles per country.
Candidates are expected to openly offer all relevant information about themselves during the recruitment process. Candidates will be asked for information on affiliation to high-risk countries for a security assessment. Furthermore, background checks are performed on all final candidates and all permanent and temporary hires will be screened against relevant sanctions lists to ensure compliance with sanctions law.

Why join us?

It’s important to us that our people feel safe, included and taken care of. That is why we offer:
Learning and development opportunities: Instead of being defined by your role, you will be inspired by your ability to shape it. You will have access to on-the-job training, learning modules and networking opportunities. And when you reach that point where you are ready to take the next step, do it with us! Our internal job market is varied and offers many opportunities for development and growth.
Work that works for you: While we are energised by our work, we also recognize the importance of preserving energy to enjoy other aspects of our lives. That is why we encourage good work-life balance and flexible work arrangements. We also offer generous parental leave policies as well as benefits that aim to support your mental and physical wellbeing.
An inclusive culture: Safety is our number one priority. And that extends to how safe you feel in bringing your whole self to work. It is our diverse perspectives and unique experiences that keep us moving forward. It is what allows us to be more creative, innovative, and resilient.
For more information visit Equinor's website or contact us by filling in the Contact us form.