Regional Procurement Manager

PBF Energy Inc. (NYSE:PBF) is one of the largest independent refiners in North America, operating through its subsidiaries, oil refineries and related facilities. We are seeking a talented 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.

The Regional Procurement Manager oversees sourcing, contracting, and procurement activities to support refinery operations, maintenance, turnarounds, and capital projects. Reporting to the SMPO, this role ensures compliance with financial, legal, and technical requirements while driving value through cost management, quality assurance, supplier performance, and risk control. The Region Procurement Manager manages a team responsible for contracts, purchase orders, bid coordination, supplier negotiations, inventory support (as needed), and recordkeeping. As the refinery’s key procurement representative, this position delivers reliable, compliant, and cost-effective supply solutions across multiple sites.

PRINCIPLE 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.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting or related field preferred or ten plus years Procurement Contracting / Purchasing experience.

- 5+ 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. 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.

Core Competencies and Characteristics:

- 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 metric 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.

- ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED

- FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR SALARY REQUIREMENTS

CA Job Posting Requirement: The salary range for this position is $121,160.47- $216,090.75.

NJ Job Posting Requirement: The salary range for this position is $121,160.47- $200,749.41. The compensation range listed in this posting is in compliance with applicable state law. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, job-related skills and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate’s compensation. Salaries at the time of hire are typically in the lower to middle portion of the above range in order to provide the opportunity to reflect future performance-based increases. In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus eligibility, health care, retirement benefits, and paid time off. We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC (“PBF Energy”), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means. PBF Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, veteran and military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations as required by law.