ThompsonGas is the nation’s fastest growing propane retailer, and we are looking for innovative, outside of the box thinkers who want to make an impact. We are rethinking the way we do business and, as a result, our employees are empowered to take an idea and run with it. If you are looking for an environment that will allow you the freedom to drive change, create an unrivaled customer experience and have fun while you’re doing it – then ThompsonGas is for you!
This role will report to the Vice President of Supply and Wholesale and will manage the indirect procurement process for ThompsonGas. This role will be responsible for overseeing the acquisition of non-fuel goods and services, managing supply chain processes and making key procurement decisions that help the company achieve business objectives. This role may require overnight travel to various ThompsonGas locations.
Essential Job Duties
•Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company policy, industry standards and legal requirements while optimizing efficient, cost-effective sourcing of goods and services and establishing diversified sourcing strategies where appropriate.
•Manage the end-to-end procurement process to include new and on-going supplier evaluation, negotiation of favorable terms, lifecycle management of contract, onboarding vendors/suppliers, and building long term relationships with key suppliers.
•Collaborate with internal departments to forecast demand and ensure timely procurement of necessary materials.
•Coordinate with field teams to manage inventory levels, ensuring availability while managing costs and avoiding excesses.
•Develop and track key procurement metrics, including the realization of efficiency targets based on cost savings and avoidance, that measure performance and help drive decision-making and continuous improvement.
•Prepare reports for leadership to communicate procurement and inventory performance, cost analysis, and efficiency.
•Analyze market trends, pricing, and product availability to support strategic decisions.
•Lead the development and execution of any national/centralized purchasing strategy.
•Support the development, implementation, and management of a contract management and tracking system.
Education and Experience:
•Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
•Professional certification in purchasing/procurement preferred.
•At least 5 years of purchasing / procurement experience.
•Strong negotiation, communication, relationship building and decision-making skills.
•Experience in developing and applying procurement KPIs and evaluation tools.
•Experience with inventory management and cycle counts.
•Experience with SAP (S/4HANA) a plus.
•Propane or other delivered fuels experience a plus.
PERKS WITH US!
•Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k with IMMEDIATE eligibility
•Disability and life insurance
•Paid time off that increases with tenure
•Daily Pay Option that offers great flexibility and financial control
•Employee training programs with career development/advancement opportunities
•Employee recognition program
•Quarterly bonus potential
•Paid maternity and parental leave benefits
•Tuition reimbursement program
ThompsonGas provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, ThompsonGas complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.