Strategic Sourcing Lead

Flint Hills Resources (FHR) is currently seeking a Strategic Sourcing Lead to join our Procurement team! This role will support the efficient and effective deployment of capital funds in support of advancing Flint Hills Resources' competitive advantages and continued success. This position will have opportunities to work with multiple capabilities in a cross functional environment and develop relationships at many different levels in the organization.

Our Team

The Strategic Sourcing Lead will report to the Strategic Sourcing Manager. It is strongly preferred to have the role be based at our refinery in Corpus Christi, TX. This role will also require up to 30% travel.

What You Will Do

• Partner to develop strategic procurement plans that maintain & enhance our competitive position on projects
• Facilitate ongoing vendor feedback and relationship development
• Act as the primary liaison between the project team and the Procurement function within our Engineering, Procurement, & Construction (EPC) partners
• Create strong relationships with other groups at FHR to facilitate recurring reviews on performance, issues, and future needs
• Facilitate discussions with the Project Teams to optimize contracting strategy and risk mitigation
• Respectfully challenge "the way we've always done it" and looking for transformative supply chain solutions for the project(s) supported
• Manage/ update procurement status reports and ensure transparency to procurement progress
• Participate in project status meetings
• Ensure knowledge processes are in place to create transparency for decisions and competitive position for the project
• Align supplier incentives with business objectives and ensure clear ownership between FHR and counterparties
• Perform market discovery via the bid process by setting requirements and contributing to package development
• Issue and analyze responses to bid packages including communication to suppliers
• Own contract negotiation & agreement creation
• Seek aggregation opportunities and collaborate with other FHR facilities/Koch companies to leverage purchasing power
• Integrate key procurement milestones with the overall project timeline

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Strategic sourcing experience
• Experience negotiating contracts
• Experience managing a complex mix of projects
• Experience analyzing/interpreting data and making business recommendations to senior leadership
• Experience facilitating meetings and presenting to large groups of people including senior leadership

What Will Put You Ahead

• Work experience in the refining, pipelines, or chemicals industry
• Experience with Coupa Sourcing or an equivalent sourcing tool

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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Hiring Philosophy

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Who We Are

As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000+ miles of pipeline - delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.

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Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf