Contracts Administration Director is responsible for all activities in the organization's contracts administration function. Oversees the preparation of proposals, negotiations, and the administration of contracts that follow company policies and legal requirements. Being a Contracts Administration Director directs and develops policies and processes that govern the contract administration staff and provide guidance on contract terms and the assessment of contract proposals. Has deep knowledge of the contract life cycle, types of contracts, and applicable government regulations. Additionally, Contracts Administration Director leads negotiations for complex or high-value contracts. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Sometimes requires certification like the NCMA Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM). Typically reports to senior management. The Contracts Administration Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Contracts Administration Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Summary:
This position assists the Transportation group in managing multiple aspects of Sunoco’s relationship with our third-party carrier partners. This involves negotiating freight rates, demand planning for carrier usage and assisting in resolving outstanding financial issues.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Negotiate freight rates with third party carriers. Track freight rates and adjustments
· Track carrier incidents such as cross-drops and spills and report to HES group monthly
· Assist with collection of money owed to Sunoco because of incidents. Report monthly on current balances
· Provide freight rates for new business opportunities in Salesforce
· Work with Sales Reps on freight rates for prospective dealers
· Provide freight rates and carriers for ethanol and bio diesel movements
· Assist with holiday planning by determining additional carrier needs, days and shifts, for upcoming holidays.
· Update freight rates as needed for dealers whose actual load volumes are different than anticipated
· Sign up new carriers as needed in support of Sunoco’s expanding footprint
· Maintain solid working relationships with third party carriers
· Develop and maintain third party carrier scorecard for evaluating carrier performance
· Support Sunoco transmix business with carrier help as needed
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
· 8 years of experience in the petroleum logistics field
· Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills
· The ability to prioritize work requirements within tight, concurrent deadlines
· Travel is required in this position, ability to remotely cover emails/phone calls while traveling.
Preferred
· Bachelor’s degree in Business/Logistics or related field
· Functional knowledge related to commercial petroleum operations including product supply and scheduling.
· Functional knowledge of petroleum product pricing
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