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Opportunity:
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is seeking a full-time Commercial Sourcing Advisor. This position will report to the Supply Chain Materials Supervisor located in Garyville, Louisiana. Duties include providing procurement and contacting support for indirect materials and supplies at the refining facility. Candidates must be dynamic self-starters who work collaboratively, are results oriented, and driven by continuous improvement and learning. The objective of the role is to develop and execute commercial strategies and sourcing solutions associated with the daily operations of the refinery. Preferred experience in Materials and Services procurement and contracting in the Oil and Gas/Renewable Energy sector and a strategic outlook on Supply Chain processes, improvement opportunities and stakeholder engagement.
** This position is part of a job family with multiple grade levels. The successful candidate will be placed at a level commensurate with experience and qualifications. **
What You'll Do - Key Responsibilities:
Business & Financial Acumen, Strategy Planning, Influencing & Negotiating, Data Analysis, Contract Management, Value Creation, Relationship Management, Purchase to Pay Process Management
- Procures materials, equipment, and incidental services for assigned areas in best interests of company. Receives and reviews purchase requisitions for completeness. Evaluates competitive quotations against purchase order commitments and maintains documentation as appropriate for all purchases in accordance with Supply Chain policies and procedures.
- Ensures transactions are managed in seamless process from order entry through invoice payment.
- Expedites purchase commitments to ensure on time delivery and acceptable performance by suppliers, to meet the needs of business partners.
- Leads bid package process from development through PO execution and aligns stakeholder and Supply Chain requirements, scope of work, assumptions, and clarifications.
- Leads the preparation and negotiation of terms and conditions related to service and/or supply agreements.
- Runs benchmark studies, gathers, and analyzes data, and makes recommendations. Ability to analyze and interpret data for use in decision-making and actions in support of business strategy.
- Serves in an advisory role to maintain contract compliance and minimize risk in support of key stakeholders and business units. Acts as a liaison between Law and key stakeholders as appropriate.
- Fosters communication internally, externally, and between different operational functions. First line point of contact for concerns related to operating needs, concerns, and Supply Chain support.
- Actively seek and identify opportunities for value creation (cost savings, cost avoidance, revenue enhancement) and risk reduction. Develop and execute cost savings and strategic sourcing projects while ensuring business continuity and high level of supplier performance.
- Collaborates with the assigned business unit(s) to assess all requirements and develops, manages, and executes sourcing and contracting strategies for goods and services.
- Facilitates issue resolution related to supplier performance, developing awareness of associated operating risks, and qualifying contractors to assure appropriate criteria are adequately addressed.
- Develops and maintains relationships with key vendors to ensure service, commercial terms, and optimal leverage. Facilitate issues resolution related to supplier performance.
- Comprehension and interpretation of commercial, financial, and business data opportunities and risk. Minimize risk in Supply Chain processes to support operating components’ service requirements, including recognizing appropriate contracting strategies, developing awareness of associated operating risks, and qualifying contractors to assure appropriate criteria are adequately addressed.
- Ensure sourcing activities are properly aligned with the expectations of Supply Chain organizations and stakeholder groups, as applicable, while educating and supporting the deployment of best practices.
Education, Experience. & Personal Qualities:
Degree: A Bachelor’s Degree is preferred; preferred majors include Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or Engineering or 8 years of applicable experience in lieu of degree
- Computer Proficiencies: Applicants must be proficient with Microsoft Office software including Excel. SAP (CLM, ECC, Ariba modules), Track® experience a plus.
- Work Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience in a commercial role with responsibilities to include Material Contract management, Supplier Relationship Management and Strategic Sourcing. Petrochemical background highly desired or 8 years of applicable experience in lieu of degree
About Marathon Petroleum Corporation
Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.
Travel Expected: Up to 10 %
As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
Location:
Garyville LA Refinery
Additional locations:
Job Requisition ID:
00006047
Location Address:
Hwy #61 Marathon Ave
Education:
Employee Group:
Full time
Employee Subgroup:
Regular
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant,
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