Supply Chain Manager

EspriGas Job Title

Description:

EspriGas brings a modern approach to the $130 billion gas industry by utilizing a network business model to deliver products nationwide. We leverage our unique service and technological capabilities to handle the complex logistical needs of large, multi-site companies through a national network of gas supply partners. Our customers include Fortune 1000 companies across various industries, such as food and beverage, healthcare, construction, manufacturing, etc. Examples include providing medical gas to large clinic chains such as PetSmart Pet Hospitals and CO2 for top restaurant chains such as Panda Express. Our industry produces, distributes, and sells atmospheric gases and other specialty products. 

Job Title

Supply Chain Manager

Reports to

Head of Supply Chain

Department

Supply Chain

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Job Location

College Station, TX 

Purpose of the Position:

EspriGas seeks a Supply Chain Manager to build, develop, and manage a supply network to service our industrial and healthcare segments.  This role manages multiple supply partners nationwide to create a stable and strategic network for current and future customers. In addition, this role will also identify opportunities to reduce total costs, provide supply continuity, deliver on quality and service expectations, and work with Supply Chain and Business Development departments to build and manage effective and efficient supplier relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and build professional partnership arrangements with suppliers.
• Establish formal Service Level Agreements with the supply network.
• Assist in developing procurement strategies and plans with stakeholders to reduce total cost and improve availability, quality, service, and innovation.
• Bring adoption to our EspriGas Preferred Supplier Program.
• Anticipate, negotiate, and execute agreements with suppliers.
• Continuously optimize the network through spend reduction and/or value enhancement.
• Conduct market and risk analysis to drive industry strategies.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of all gas suppliers and become the business-wide subject matter expert from a technical and commercial perspective.
• Own supplier qualification process by collaborating and developing positive relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Obtain data from varied sources to identify and support network optimization opportunities.
• Assist with after-hours support approximately one week per quarter.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Analytics, Business Management, or related.
• 10 years of procurement experience in sourcing or category management.
• Strong project management skills and capable of juggling competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Drive for continuous learning and improvement to stay current on the supply chain landscape.
• Strategic and creative thinking.

Key Competencies:

• Excellent negotiation, communication, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrating ability to lead in times of change with a strategic mindset.
• Ability/experience to lead the category in a national procurement network.
• Ability to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and implement sustainability targets with suppliers.
• Working skills on MS Office components, including strong Excel skills.
• Knowledge of Salesforce and Tableau
• Critical thinking and problem-solving
• Ability to work on a team and collaborate across the organization.
• An appetite for change and ability to pivot quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in the Industrial Gas or Propane Industry is a bonus.

Travel:

• Travel up to 60%.

Other Duties: 

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job and may change at any time, with or without notice.

What you can expect from us:

At EspriGas, diversity is a fundamental strength that drives innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where individuals from all backgrounds can contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

We value diversity in race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, and national origin. By embracing diversity, we aim to foster an environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and respect. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce because it is the right thing to do and leads to better business outcomes. Join us in our journey to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

EspriGas will make reasonable modifications to policies and procedures to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy programs, services, and activities.

At EspriGas, we understand that our people are our greatest asset.

Total Rewards package:

Here are just some ways we support and invest in our fantastic team:

• Health benefits with coverage on day one.
• Robust paid leave following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Hybrid and remote environments allow collaboration, creativity, and some quiet time to focus.
• Professional development, certification, and learning resources to invest in every team member.
• Wellness programs offering access to free counseling and health and wellness programs.
• Competitive compensation because we are looking for top talent.
• A growth environment where creative thought drives limitless potential.