Lead Specialist - Sourcing

About the role

Lead Sourcing Specialist – Retail Fuel Distribution is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to reduce costs and deliver stakeholder value. Experience with image & branding, marketing & sales support, distribution, construction, maintenance, PMO, MRO, OEM equipment, spare parts, or other retail‑related fields is a plus. The successful candidate should have experience leading sourcing events and category analysis, and experience in the fuel/midstream/energy space is also desired. The scope includes leading the preparation and execution of sourcing processes, contract & supplier management, stakeholder engagement and value creation.

Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, development and implementation of cost‑savings initiatives.
• Generate strategic inputs and supply market information to influence business decisions and act as a conduit for procurement activities.
• Lead complex negotiations, contract development, contract implementation, and supplier contract compliance.
• Work with stakeholder teams to identify areas of opportunity.
• Quantify savings related to opportunities and ensure savings are realized through vendor management and budget processes.
• Conduct ongoing business reviews to ensure suppliers perform to contracted obligations and service levels.
• Lead suppliers and stakeholders through effective engagement and communication, delivering supplier awareness programs.
• Solicit advice from manager regarding procurement processes and apply appropriate solutions for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, supply chain, or technical discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in data analytics, sourcing, procurement systems, and customer service.
• Proven record of driving cost savings throughout a complex organization.
• Experience supporting supplier portfolio development.
• Customer‑focused with excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to structure and lead complex projects.
• Strategic, conceptual and analytical thinking to assess problems, identify solutions, and make timely recommendations.
• Confidence leading and influencing decisions at an executive level.
• Proficiency with business software applications: Microsoft Office, Agiloft or other contract‑management software, and SAP or other purchasing software.

Working Conditions

• Full‑time, office‑based in Dallas under normal office conditions.
• Stationary position required ~50% of the time (prolonged sitting or standing).
• Occasional overnight travel (~10%), including international travel.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, with potential exposure to various materials, chemicals, extreme temperatures, loud machinery, and requirement for appropriate personal protective equipment.