ONEOK

Account Director – Planning and Optimization

Tulsa, OK

full_time

$122,000-$184,000

About This Job

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Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused. Job Summary

Job Summary

ONEOK is seeking data-driven problem solvers with a passion for optimization in the oil and gas industry. Our blending team seeks to maximize value for the company by identifying opportunities to optimize and expand our commodity strategies while working with stakeholders throughout the organization to execute those opportunities.

Candidates can expect to join a motivated and collaborative team that operates in a fast-paced environment. The role requires a robust technical skillset that includes understanding of refined products qualities and financial optimization of commodities. Our team focuses on maximizing value of refined products commodities including gasoline, gasoline components, diesel, and other blend stocks across all ONEOK refined products assets.

What You’ll Do:

Develop and refine advanced modeling techniques for blending activities

Collaborate with various cross-functional teams to optimize fuel and component properties

Utilize data analytics and advanced modeling tools to enhance blending accuracy

Drive innovation in fuel formulation and regulatory compliance

Provide technical leadership and mentor junior modeler

What We’re Looking For:

Expertise in LP optimization modeling and fuel blending processes

Strong background in data science, engineering, or chemistry

Experience with optimization algorithms and predictive analytics

Ability to communicate complex insights to cross-functional teams

Passion for continuous improvement and innovation

This position will be filled at a level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Profile Summary

As the Senior Modeler for component blending, you will be responsible for optimization of ONEOK blending operations, evaluation of blend stocks, product grades, and the associated economics. You will serve as the lead resource for maintaining the LP model utilized for optimizing blending while serving as the senior resource in this space, providing mentorship and coaching to the junior modeler on all technical aspects of optimization.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

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Research and evaluate existing opportunities to determine profitability and potential liabilities

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Identify and evaluate refined products blending opportunities and to support strategic business plans

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Participate in development of large-scale projects to support business strategies

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Prepare economic models, perform calculations, and conduct analyses to evaluate new or potential optimization opportunities and organic growth projects.

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Evaluate the information gained from research work to determine its applicability to our business operations and utilize this information to help expand and enhance the use of our optimization software.

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Research industry publications to evaluate and monitor customers and competitors and explore potential new business development opportunities in our core areas of operations

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Interact and coordinate with marketing and commercial leadership regarding refined products blending and optimization initiatives

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Develop, interpret, and/or prepare information and correspondence including but not limited to:

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Refined Products Qualities

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Procedures

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Internal Correspondence

Education

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Bachelor's degree in engineering and/or job-related experience

Experience

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Experience with and thorough knowledge of activities related to LP optimization modeling

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Experience in use and function of LP modeling software including or similar to those offered by Honeywell, Siemens, AspenTech, etc.

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Experience analyzing data with a strong business acumen

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Experience researching, analyzing, and resolving issues and/or questions concerning optimization initiatives

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Experience developing and preparing reports, presentations, procedures, and correspondence applicable to position

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Experience reading and interpreting reports, correspondence, industry publications, contracts, and computer manuals and printouts

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Experience interacting, advising, negotiating, and communicating effectively

Licenses and Certifications

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None required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

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Ability to apply math, algebraic formulas, statistics, and economic models

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Knowledge of LP modeling software and tools

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Knowledge of strategic dynamics across multiple business categories

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Knowledge of energy industry, gasoline qualities, market trends, and competitors

Licenses and Certifications

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None required

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

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Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

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Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)

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Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)

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Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)

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Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)

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Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)

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Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally)

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Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally)

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Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)

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Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)

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Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)

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Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)

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Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)

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Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally)

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Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)

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Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)

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Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)

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Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)

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Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)

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Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)

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Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally)

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Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)

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Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)

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Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)

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Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

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Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

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Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)

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Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)

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CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

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Travel to office facilities and other company locations required

Driving

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Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law. The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK. ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547 . Expected Salary Range

$122,000.00 - $184,000.00

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