Specialist II, Procurement at Pilot Company

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Contract Review, Negotiation, Vendor Management, Problem Resolution, Process Improvement, Sourcing, Communication, Project Management, Supply Chain, Business Analysis, Team Coordination, Market Research, Financial Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Independent Work

Industry

Retail

Description

Company Description Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing. Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Military encouraged to apply. Job Description The purpose of this job is to provide product and services sourcing as well as store support encompassing response and resolution to store needs and problems. Comprehensive contract review including redlines of issues / areas of concern identified for management review. Lead contract review with legal and all business stakeholders; ability to interact with department leaders. SME on products & services and can identify advantages and disadvantages in contract terms and language. Communicate with vendors, contractors and suppliers to resolve problems that may arise relating to issues with delivery, quality, price or conditions of sale. Oversee and coordinate product and services roll-outs with business team members. Proficient pricing negotiation / ability to leverage multiple negotiation methods with multiple vendors to achieve best financial results. Manage complex negotiations independently. Comprehensive understanding of Pilot Business units to achieve quick results. Identify and lead process improvement activity within the department and organization. Seek out and investigate new opportunities within product and service categories. Present key opportunities to leadership. Independent work stream management. Complete other duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field and 4+ years of relevant experience Position Category: Purchasing (PURCHASING)

Responsibilities

The Specialist II, Procurement is responsible for sourcing products and services, as well as providing support to stores by addressing their needs and resolving issues. This role includes contract review, vendor communication, and leading process improvement initiatives.