Marathon Petroleum Company LP
Location
Texas City, TX | United States
Job description
An exciting career awaits you
At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.
POSITION SUMMARY
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is looking for a full-time Supply Chain Associate. This position will report to the Supply Chain Manager (RM & TAR) and be located in Texas City, Texas. Duties include routine and strategic procurement of materials/equipment/services for 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. The qualified candidate will identify and manage business partner and supplier relations, analyze and develop commercial business cases, perform commercial bids, negotiate with suppliers, and administer transactions in accordance with Supply Chain policies and procedures.
**Grade 7-8. This position is part of a job family with multiple levels. The successful candidate will be placed at a level commensurate with experience and qualifications**.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES
- Receives and reviews purchase requisitions for materials/equipment/services for completeness and proper level of approval. Evaluates competitive bids and quotations against purchase order commitments, maintains documentation as appropriate for all purchases.
- Procures materials, equipment, and services for assigned commodities in best interest of company. 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.
- Ensures the proper use of tools and systems provided to monitor, verify and implement Supply Chain controls, including supplier agreements, bidding documents, scope of work, supplier/contractor performance measurements, supplier/contractor qualification and any other documents related to commercial management.
- Utilizes practices such as RFQs, bid analysis, direct negotiations and partnering to ensure maximum value for expenditures. Seeks new practices and methods to increase value of supply.
- Identifies process improvements to maximize supplier performance.
- Represents, establishes, and manages Supply Chain relationship with the business partner organization, with a focus on customer service.
- Liaises with other Supply Chain and Law professionals to ensure that contractual terms and conditions are acceptable and serve to minimize risk.
- Maintains awareness of current market conditions, new products, alternative sources, and new technologies/substitutes within Supply Chain.
- Identifies and resolves purchase order and invoice discrepancies. Works collaboratively with Accounts Payable, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure timely goods receipt and payment.
- Performs moderately complex price analysis based on few variables and confers with suppliers to obtain product information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
Additional Skillsets:
- Adaptable – Adapts well to fluctuating situations and works independently with limited guidance and supervision.
- Communication – Strong communication with internal customers, external suppliers, and between different operational functions.
- Business Partner Engagement – Collaborates with supported business units to assess and fulfill all requests in a timely manner.
- Supply Chain Excellence – Collaborate with internal Supply Chain peers and business units to drive innovation/results and demonstrate applied reasoning.
- Planning & Organizing – Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment with multiple projects and priorities.
- Continuous Learning/Improvement – Seeks growth in knowledge of applicable commercial skills/tools, process optimization, and alignment with business units.
Education and Experience
- Degree: A Bachelor’s Degree is required; preferred majors include Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, and Engineering.
- Computer Proficiencies: Applicants must be proficient with Microsoft Office software including Excel. SAP experience (S4 modules) a plus.
- Work Experience: Entry Level – 2+ years of relevant experience with materials and inventory buying. Knowledge of the petrochemical industry is highly desired.
Travel Expected: Minimal
As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
Location:
Texas City, Texas
Additional locations:
Job Requisition ID:
00010544
Location Address:
2401 5th Ave S
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,
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If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at
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. 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 .The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability
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