Sr Specialist, Procurement

3 weeks ago

Knoxville, United States Pilot Company Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCompany Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to provide products and services sourcing as well as store support encompassing response and resolution to store needs and problems.  This is an onsite role located in Knoxville TN.  

  1. Develop, prioritize, and manage cost savings through productivity and continuous improvement initiatives within area of responsibility.
  2. Build consensus and drive alignment amongst key stakeholders in support of procurement initiatives and programs (sourcing, implementation, compliance).
  3. Negotiate, implement, and manage long-term strategic contracts to ensure optimum costs and reliable supply and develop a pipeline of qualified potential suppliers capable of meeting the current and future requirements of the business.
  4. Benchmark supply alternatives to competitively position best cost solutions.
  5. Capable of managing numerous workstreams simultaneously.
  6. Management of supplier relationships and contracting across multiple regions, acting as subject matter expert for contracts which includes knowledge of market capabilities, economic cost drivers, supplier financials and market competition.
  7. Develop and implement procurement processes inclusive of short- and long-term category strategy development and execution of market RFPs.
  8. Develop, prioritize, and manage cost savings through productivity and continuous improvement initiatives within area of responsibility.
  9. Benchmark supply alternatives to competitively position best cost solutions.
  10. Present data and reports to senior leadership
  11. Coach and mentor junior associates in procurement fundamentals
  12. Complete other duties as assigned
Qualifications

  • Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
  •  6+ years of relevant experience

Specialized Knowledge

  • Advanced Microsoft Office Skills
  • Experience working in IT procurement

Competencies

  • Ability to multitask 
  • Advanced contract review and analysis 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills 
  • Effective problem-solving and situation-analysis skills ·
  • Strong organizational and follow-up skills 
  • Comprehensive financial modeling skills ·
  • Ability to collect, thoroughly analyze, and draw insights / make recommendations from data ·
  • Ability to prioritize


Additional Information

  • Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
  • 401(k) Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Weekly Pay
  • Onsite Gym
  • Onsite Cafeteria 
  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines

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