Sourcing Specialist

Sunoco LP; Newtown Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to execute sourcing strategies and analyze vendor spend. This role involves preparing sourcing processes, managing supplier contracts, and ensuring compliance with service levels. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sourcing within the fuel or energy sector and possess excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to driving success and making a tangible impact in the energy infrastructure space. If you are detail-oriented, strategic, and ready to take on new challenges, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in sourcing and procurement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost savings initiatives and vendor spend analysis.
• Coordinate negotiations and contract compliance.

Skills

Data analytics

Sourcing

Procurement systems

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Bachelor's degree in supply chain

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

APTTUS/Agiloft

SAP

Job description

Sunoco LP is a leading energy infrastructure and fuel distribution master limited partnership operating across 47 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Europe, and Mexico. The Partnership's midstream operations include an extensive network of approximately 9,500 miles of pipeline and over 100 terminals. This critical infrastructure complements the Partnership's fuel distribution operations, which serve approximately 10,000 convenience stores, independent dealers, commercial customers, and distributors.

At Sunoco, we take great pride in what we do and wholeheartedly believe our employees drive success for our company and our customers. We are always looking for the best and brightest talent and we are committed to making your job a challenging and rewarding experience.

Summary:

The Sourcing Specialist is responsible for executing sourcing strategies to reduce costs and analyzing vendor spend. A successful candidate should have experience participating in sourcing events and category analysis.Experience in the fuel/midstream/energy space is also desired.The scope of the position will include preparation and execution of sourcing processes, contract & supplier management, and preparing supplier scorecards. Position may be based out of our Dallas or Philadelphia office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with analysis, development and implementation of cost savings initiatives


• Provide analysis and research to help sourcing team determine procurement activities


• Coordinate and assist with negotiations, contract development, contract implementation, and supplier contract compliance


• Work with appropriate operations team as needed on identified areas of opportunity


• Quantify and model financial savings related to opportunity


• Prepare for and participate in ongoing business reviews to ensure suppliers are performing to contracted obligations and service levels


• Solicit advice from manager regarding procurement processes and protocol and apply appropriate solutions to issues for stakeholders


• Act as a buyer as needed to support operations and ensure purchasing process is carried out appropriately

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree in a business, supply chain, or technical discipline


• Customer-focused with excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills


• Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable


• Ability to structure and manage multiple priorities


• Service-oriented mindset, with a desire to ensure client satisfaction


• Ability to think strategically, conceptually and analytically to assess problems, identify and consider potential solutions, and make timely recommendations


• Years of work experience: 2 - 5 years of experience


• Data analytics, sourcing, procurement systems, and customer service.


• Business software applications: Microsoft Office, APTTUS/Agiloft or other contract management software, and SAP or other purchasing software.

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.


• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.


• Occasional overnight travel may be required.


• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.