Senior commercial advisor

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Marathon Petroleum Company LP has an opportunity for a Senior Commercial Sourcing Advisor supporting the IT Organization at San Antonio, Texas or Findlay, Ohio

The Sr Commercial Sourcing Advisor supports the IT organization by developing and managing digital strategic sourcing initiatives for software, hardware, and professional services. This role requires strong communication, market analysis, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. The Advisor will lead sourcing strategies for IT, manage supplier relationships, drive cost reductions and support digital transformation projects. This role provides the opportunity to drive innovation and process improvement in a dynamic, cross-functional environment. The Advisor works closely with top-tier suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver value and efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Develops contracting strategies to establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and ensure service, commercial terms, and strategy optimization. Leads the development and implementation of regional/local sourcing strategies, decision summaries based on sourcing event and negotiations outcomes.

• Leads bid package process from development through purchase order execution and aligns stakeholder and Supply Chain requirements, scope of work, assumptions and clarifications. Participates in vendor pre-bid meeting and site walks, leading the commercial aspects and setting expectations outlined in the request for proposal.

• Leads the preparation and negotiation of terms and conditions related to service and/or supply agreements. Manages related rate sheets and ensures cost competitiveness across vendor categories within the enterprise and across the industry.

• Runs benchmark studies, gathers and analyzes data, and makes recommendations. Performs root cause analysis related to supply challenges or disruptions. Analyzes and interprets data for use in decision-making and actions in support of business strategy, including total cost of ownership and should cost modeling.

• 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 legal and key stakeholders, maintains master agreements, and initiates contract amendments to frame agreements on behalf of supported business unit. Coaches business unit contract owners to drive performance and compliance of contracts

• Fosters communication internally, externally, and between different operational functions. Serves as first line point of contact for concerns related to operating needs, concerns, and Supply Chain support.

• Actively seeks and identifies opportunities for value creation (cost savings, cost avoidance, revenue enhancement) and risk reduction. Develops and executes cost savings and strategic sourcing projects while ensuring business continuity and high level of supplier performance. Manages assigned business unit(s) to optimize the supply base and deliver financial benefit. Collaborates with and supports the category management regarding key supplier initiatives.

• Collaborates with the assigned business unit(s) to assess all requirements and develop sourcing and contracting strategies for goods and services. Supports the development, management, and execution of commercial initiatives and strategies.

• 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 suppliers to ensure service, commercial terms, and optimal leverage. As needed, develops and tracks KPIs for measuring performance for key suppliers. Facilitate issues resolution related to supplier performance.

• Utilizes Supply Chain tools, templates and systems, as prescribed by the Supply Chain function. Collaborates with Supply Chain peers to drive continuous improvement, alignment, and best-in-class process optimization.

• Comprehends & interprets commercial, financial, & business data for opportunities and risk. Minimizes 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.

• Ensures 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. Experience with SAP, Ariba, Tableau, M365, TRACK.

• Oversee a portfolio of critical suppliers and execute category strategies for IT cybersecurity and hardware projects.

• Lead workshops and supplier business unit reviews to stay abreast of technology trends.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Majors in Supply Chain Management, Business, Accounting, Finance, IT or Engineering are preferred. Master’s preferred.

• 4 or more years of Supply Chain or business relevant experience is required.

• IT sourcing experience (hardware, software, cloud, support) preferred.

• Experience in purchasing, contracts, or commercial roles preferred.

• Experience negotiating with IT vendors; strong understanding of IT technologies preferred.

• C.P.M. or C.P.S.M. certification preferred.

• Proficiency in SAP, Tableau, and Ariba preferred.

• Excellent communication, analytical, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively; comfortable with ambiguity and change.

• Up to 10% travel required.

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 **.

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Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Additional locations:

San Antonio TX

Job Requisition ID:

00019107

Location Address:

539 S Main St

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, 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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. 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.


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