Supply Optimization Analyst - 2nd Shift

Mansfield Oil Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mansfield Service Partners in Houston, TX is seeking a Supply Optimization Analyst to improve daily supply decisions through optimization, analytics, and reporting. The role involves optimization of sourcing, freight, and terminal allocations, with a focus on cost reduction and efficiency.

The position is 2nd shift (5pm–2am) with on-call hours, requiring strong Excel and MS Office skills and experience in fuel/logistics. On-site 40-hour work week in Houston.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in fuel/oil or supply/logistics.
• Proficient in MS Office and Excel.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Optimize sourcing decisions and daily supply allocations.
• Monitor daily optimization system and cost.
• Collaborate with dispatch and carriers for freight routing.
• Maintain BI reports and cost analyses.
• Support compliance and bids and run bids/RFPs.
• Provide back-up for carrier communications.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Analytical thinking

Job description

Mansfield Service Partners is looking for a Supply Optimization Analyst for our Houston, TX location.

The Supply Optimization Analyst is responsible for improving the company's purchasing by enhancing daily supply decisions. This includes, but is not limited to, supply and freight optimization, dispatching, TABS maintenance, utilization of optimization software, and analytics. This role is 2nd shift (5pm -2am with lunch and on call hours 2am-5am)

Responsibilities

Optimization

• Responsible for sourcing decisions and allocation maintenance for all MSP regions. This includes the optimization of various buying options, daily utilization of optimization software, and market changes affecting the 6pm and midnight price changing suppliers
• Manage daily allocation tracking by supplier and terminal, proactively shifting liftings to avoid allocation shortfalls, overages, or penalties
• Negotiate with suppliers for day deal supply options to improve cost
• Develop and maintain supply contingency plans for terminal outages, allocation cuts, pipeline disruptions, and weather events
• Partner with dispatch and carriers to optimize freight routing, terminal selection, and load timing based on total delivered cost
• Provide backup support for carrier partner phone calls and emails to provide loading direction and support in an efficient and professional manner

Analysis

• Review daily output of optimization system with focus on achieving the lowest daily cost of fuel and freight; act on findings
• Examine detailed optimization tracking data to identify areas for supply improvement.
• Evaluate contract compliance, both buy and sell side, to ensure commitments are met
• Support supply manager with running numbers and upkeep of files used during bids or RFP's
• Perform supplier performance analysis, including pricing competitiveness, allocation reliability, and terminal wait times
• Analyze freight costs by carrier, lane, and region to identify savings opportunities

Reporting

• Produce a daily supply report summarizing lowest-cost sourcing decisions, deviations from optimal, allocation status, and notable market moves
• Maintain contract compliance reporting for buy and sell side, tracking volume commitments vs. actuals, ratability, and projected shortfalls or excess
• Report sourced vs. lifted variance and cost discrepancies with root-cause explanations and corrective actions taken
• Review Power BI reports and validated gain/loss calculations to ensure accurate interpretation and reporting

Pricing

• Analyze customer pricing formulas and competitiveness vs. market, recommending adjustments to protect margin
• Monitor price changes across 6pm and midnight suppliers and verify pricing accuracy before customer notification
• Calculate and send nightly price letters to customers

Position Requirements

Knowledge & Experience

• 3+ years of either industry experience (Fuel/Oil & Gas) OR Supply/Logistics experience. Industry Experience is not required for candidates that possess relevant supply/logistics experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel preferred

Qualifications & Characteristics

• Must be able to multi-task and make financial impactful decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Team and customer service orientation
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organization and time management skills

Benefits

• Up to $3,000 each year to help cover your out-of-pocket healthcare costs

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, plus Company-Paid Disability, Life & AD&D Coverage

• 401(k) with Company Match up to 50% of the first 6% on each paycheck - Vested Immediately

• Wellness program incentives that can reduce your healthcare premium up to $1200 per year

• Paid Time Off that includes vacation days, sick leave, 8 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays and a paid day for volunteering at a non-profit agency. Vacation increases with tenure.

• 2 weeks of paid Parental Bonding leave

• Maternity Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement

Work Environment

• 40-hour on-site work week (Houston, TX)
• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.