Senior Commercial Sourcing Advisor

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Position Summary

Marathon Petroleum Company LP has an opportunity for a Senior Commercial Sourcing Advisor within SC-Midstream-TRM (Transport, Rail & Marine). This position will be based out of the San Antonio, TX, or Findlay, OH office. The Commercial Sourcing Advisor's primary responsibility is to support the development, management, and execution of strategic contracting initiatives for its Rail Operations. This is done by serving in a commercial advisory role to minimize risk in supply chain processes that support business operations and strategy development. The successful candidate should be a self-starter, have strong contract experience, establish strategic business relationships with key suppliers, and be able to work in a dynamic environment where needs are both planned and unplanned. This role supports the Midstream segment within MPLX, MPC's sponsored master limited partnership. MPLX transports, stores, distributes and markets crude oil and refined products via refining logistics assets, pipelines, terminals, towboats, and barges; gather, process and transport natural gas; and gather, transport, fractionate, store and market natural gas liquids.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop contracting strategies to establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and ensure service, commercial terms, and strategy optimization. Lead the development and implementation of sourcing strategies, and prepare decision summaries based on sourcing events and negotiation outcomes.
• Lead the preparation and negotiation of terms and conditions related to service and / or supply agreements. Manage related rate sheets and ensure cost competitiveness across vendor categories within the enterprise and across the industry.
• Serve in an advisory role to maintain contract compliance and minimize risk in support of key stakeholders and business units. Act as a liaison between legal and key stakeholders, maintain master agreements, and initiate contract amendments to frame agreements on behalf of the supported business unit. Coach business unit contract owners to drive performance and compliance of contracts.
• Foster communication internally, externally, and between different operational functions. Serve as 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.
• Collaborate with Rail Operations to assess all requirements and develop contracting strategies. Support the development, management, and execution of commercial initiatives and strategies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure service, commercial terms, and optimal leverage. Develop and track KPIs for measuring performance for key suppliers as needed. Facilitate issues resolution related to supplier performance.
• Comprehend and interpret commercial, financial, and business data for 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 ensure criteria are addressed.
• Leads additional responsibilities as required to support procurement and contract activities.

Other Proficient Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

Skills / Competencies

Adaptability, Business Acumen, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Contract Negotiations, Critical Thinking, Financial Acumen, Influencing Others, Innovation, Market Research, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Risk Management, Team Management

Grade(s) 10-11. This position is part of a job family with multiple levels. The successful candidate will be placed at a posted level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Location

San Antonio, Texas

Additional locations : Findlay, Ohio

Education : Bachelors (Required)

Employee Group : Full time

Employee Subgroup : Regular

EEO and Benefits

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, reproductive health decision-making, 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, please contact us.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Equal Opportunity Employer : Veteran / Disability

We will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.

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