Regional Procurement Manager
PBF Energy · Paulsboro, NJ · 1 wk ago
Purchasing$121k–$216k/yrFull-time
About the role
PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is seeking a Regional Procurement Manager to join our team as a pivotal member that would play a key role here at PBF Energy. This role would be located onsite at one of our refinery locations.
Responsibilities
- Lead, develop, and manage a team of procurement professionals supporting refinery operations, maintenance, turnarounds, capital projects, and other functions.
- Execute category management strategies developed by Category Leaders to optimize sourcing, contracting, and supplier performance.
- Lead sourcing and contracting activities for services, equipment, and materials, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, legal standards, and delegation of authority.
- Negotiate commercial terms, conditions, and pricing to deliver cost savings, quality improvements, and reduced total cost of ownership.
- Review, approve, and maintain contractor rates and related information in TRACK.
- Assist with the procurement of warehouse stock inventory and services to ensure supply continuity as needed.
- Oversee contract lifecycle management and purchase order processes in SAP and CLM systems, resolving invoice and PO discrepancies to ensure proper workflow.
- Partner with Legal and Insurance to review and approve contractual exceptions, and ensure risk is appropriately managed.
- Document supplier non-compliance issues, issue formal notices, and facilitate resolution of problems such as damaged materials, warranty claims, and schedule-critical expediting.
- Support Procurement, Accounting, Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering in resolving SAP system issues affecting requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices.
- Manage supplier relationships, performance, and compliance, including qualification, scorecards, corrective actions, and ISNetworld requirements.
- Drive cost savings, risk management, and process improvement initiatives in alignment with business goals.
- Benchmark and apply industry best practices to strengthen procurement strategies and business results.
- Prepare and manage the department’s annual budget, analyzing and addressing favorable or unfavorable variances.
- Motivate, coach, and develop team members to achieve high performance and capability.
- Provide guidance and training on contract policies to refinery personnel.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting or related field preferred or ten plus years Procurement Contracting / Purchasing experience.
- Five (5) plus years of procurement, contract development, negotiation, sourcing, or supply chain experience in refining, petrochemical, or industrial operations.
- Proven leadership experience managing and developing teams preferred.
- Strong understanding of supply chain fundamentals, purchasing processes, and supplier performance management.
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate favorable commercial terms, drive cost savings, and manage risk.
- Proficiency with SAP Materials Management; familiarity with SAP Plant Maintenance, Ariba, or other contract management platforms preferred.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization and with external suppliers.
- Knowledge of refinery processes, materials, and terminology preferred.
- Understanding of accounting and budgeting processes as they relate to Procurement.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint).
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, operational environment.
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time to support operations across multiple facilities in the U.S.
Skills
- Strong communication and negotiation skills - written, verbal, and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to communicate clearly at all levels of the organization as well as with suppliers.
- Ability to manage personnel and resolve personnel issues.
- Ability to manage and effectively resolve business issues.
- Must be a team player and customer focused.
- Demonstrates the ability to understand issues, develop plans, and set metrics to measure progress toward goals.
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and can build strong relationships.
- Attention to detail with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
- Able to handle day-to-day tactical concerns, while staying on course with long-term strategic targets.
- Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Understands Supply Chain Management.
- Experience working in SAP as a buyer.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus eligibility, health care, retirement benefits, and paid time off. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.