Sourcing Associate jobs in Lima, OH

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Opportunity:

The Commercial Sourcing Advisor’s primary responsibility is to support the development, management, and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives. This is done by managing assigned categories of spend and executing strategic initiatives/projects with the category to deliver bottom-line cost savings. The successful candidate should be a self-starter, able to conduct market analysis, analyze proposals using a total cost of ownership methodology, and establish strategic business relationships with key suppliers. The ideal candidate would be able to thrive in a dynamic environment where needs are both planned and unplanned. This role supports the MPLX business, 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.

What You'll Do - Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing:
• Develop strategic strategies for assigned material and/or service categories of spend.
• Build and maintain relationships with key 3rd party vendors and ensure service, commercial terms, and performance optimization while fostering innovation and collaboration.
• Develop and implement of MPLX sourcing strategies, including project charters and decision summaries based on sourcing event and negotiations outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, design, manufacturing) to ensure category strategies align with business needs.
  
  

• Market and Industry Analysis:
• Analyze and interpret data for use in decision-making and actions in support of business strategy, including TCO and should cost modeling.
• Performs root cause analysis related to supply challenges or disruptions.
• Stays current on industry trends, market conditions, and commodity pricing to inform sourcing decisions.
  
  

• Negotiations:
• Leads the preparation and negotiation of terms and conditions related to pricing, service levels, and commercial terms.
• Manages related rate sheets and ensures cost competitiveness across vendor categories within the enterprise and across the industry.
  
  

• Cross-functional Collaboration and Communication:
• Clearly and succinctly conveys information to individuals or groups in a compelling and focused way to foster engagement.
• Promotes inclusivity and ownership across business units to help achieve collective goals.
• Leverages others’ skills and gains support while asking for ideas and participation when solving problems, making decisions, and carrying out plans.
• Leads without authority, inspiring others through expertise and strong communication, while earning trust and buy-in.
  
  

• Relationship Management:
• 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 3rd party vendors to ensure service, commercial terms, and optimal leverage. As needed, develop and track KPIs for measuring performance for key vendors.
  
  

• Value Creation:
• 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. Manage assigned business unit(s) to optimize the supply base and deliver financial benefit. Collaborates with and supports the Category Managers regarding key supplier initiatives.
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Marketing, Business, Science or related field preferred.
• 4-6 or more years of Supply Chain or business relevant experience.
• General midstream oil and gas industry, project management, and construction experience will be given additional consideration.
• General experience with supporting chemicals, additives, or catalysts categories will be given additional consideration.
  
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Passionate about providing a high level of customer service. You enjoy the hustle and thrive in dynamic situations.
• Self-motivated and always looking for opportunities to drive improvement and add value.
• An unconventional thinker and negotiating comes naturally. You can see the big picture but can also navigate through the details to solve complex problems.
• Demonstrated communication skills for frequent contact with suppliers, and within the business at both technical and leadership levels.
• Positive thinker, capable of giving the team a mental boost with contagious energy.
• A resourceful problem solver, always looking to find solutions and make the “impossible” possible.
• When needed, displays grit – persisting through obstacles and bouncing back with tenacity.
• Believes abilities and intelligence can be developed by embracing challenges as growth opportunities.
• This position will be based out of either the San Antonio, TX, Denver, CO, Canonsburg, PA, or Findlay, OH offices. Travel may be up to 15% at peak times. Other MPC locations may be considered. ******
• This position is part of a job family with multiple grade levels. The successful candidate will be placed at a posted level commensurate with experience and qualifications. **
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Professional Level 1 (P1)

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Zero (0) or more years of Supply Chain
  
  

or business relevant experience.

Professional Level 2 (P2)

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two (2) or more years of Supply Chain
  
  

or business relevant experience.

Professional Level 3 (P3)

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Four (4) or more years of Supply Chain
  
  

or business relevant experience.

Professional Level 4 (P4)

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Six (6) or more years of Supply Chain
  
  

or business relevant experience.

Professional Level (P5)

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Eight (8) or more years of Supply Chain
  
  

or business relevant experience.

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

San Antonio, Texas

Job Requisition ID:

00014531

Pay Min/Max:

$101,800.00 - $175,400.00 Salary

Grade:

11 - 12

Location Address:

19100 Ridgewood Pkwy

Additional locations:

Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, Denver, Colorado, Findlay, Ohio

Education:

Bachelors (Required)

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, 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, click here.

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