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15.07.2026

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What does the job involve?
The Contracts Lead will support procurement for logistics services across Equinor’s Seismic, Exploration, Production Drilling, and FPSO Operations. Key responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, conducting market analysis, managing procurement processes to secure Framework Agreements, creating KPIs, monitoring contract performance, and assisting with the requisition-to-pay process.

What will my tasks be?

Within this position, your key tasks will be to:

• Development of procurement and contracting strategies for multiple business areas with a short-term focus on logistics related agreements. 

• Bid preparation, including clarifications, analysis, negotiations and recommendations. 

• Working in cross-functional teams with various business units to represent commercial requirements. 

• Understanding and management of HSE pre-qualification. 

• Development and monitoring of KPIs and supplier performance management. 

• Liaise with Suppliers to ensure responsibilities regarding Canada-Newfoundland Benefits reporting are met. 

• Work with joint venture partners and other local operators on joint initiatives. 

• Ad hoc purchase of services, goods and/or materials to the Bay du Nord project team, as required. 

• Participate in the emergency response team (24/7 callout) as required. 

• Apply and assure compliance with Equinor and Regulatory requirements within area of responsibility (example: Equinor’s procurement process and procedures, and Canadian laws and requirements). Provide support to Drilling Supply Responsible as required. 

Here's what we expect from you:

At Equinor, there are some overall qualities we regard as essential. We want you to identify with the values that guide our decisions and help us succeed and grow: open, collaborative, courageous and caring. We expect you to make safety your priority and to contribute to our zero-harm culture. And for this specific position, we are also looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Public Policy, Engineering, or a related discipline. 

• 2+ years of experience in a procurement / supply chain role. 

• Energetic and enthusiastic self-starter capable and willing to learn and apply Equinor processes and policies. 

• Ability to manage large workload with numerous demands occurring at the same time. Strong initiative, drive to make decisions when required.

• Proficient SAP experience or equivalent ERP system experience, contract management software and Office 365. 

• Strong analytical abilities, with experience in dealing with service and consultancy contracts as well as purchase of goods/materials. 

• Work experience directly supporting exploration drilling and logistics in the offshore Newfoundland and Labrador region. 

• Solid understanding of Atlantic Accord legislation and requirements. 

• Previous use of WELS Operator Logistics Tool considered an asset. 

• Well-rounded business acumen with high standards, business ethics, in line with Equinor’s values. 

• Strong communication skills – verbal and written both internally and externally, as well as a detail-oriented profile.

Consistent with the principles set out in the Accord Acts, first consideration will be given to qualified local residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.

What can we offer you?

We want you to have a rewarding and fulfilling work life. That’s why we offer:

Not just a job - a career

In Equinor, your development begins on day one. You will build your competence through a wide range of learning activities while being empowered to build your career across multiple disciplines and geographies. Our internal job market allows a wide range of opportunities for development and growth within your own field, or even in other areas you find interesting and relevant.

Attractive rewards

We give you a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary, global parental leave, bonus scheme and pension plan.

Wellness and work-life balance

We care about and prioritise our employees’ well-being. We know that for you to be the best version of yourself in the workplace, being able to collect your children, attend a class or simply enjoy social time can be invaluable. That’s why we encourage you to make use of our flexible work arrangements wherever possible.

An inclusive culture

We believe embracing our differences makes us stronger. For us, true inclusion means being able to bring your whole self to work, and for you and everyone else to feel accepted and valued.