Contracts ManagerLocation:Big Spring, TX, US, 79720Are you looking for a career in a dynamic and innovative company that values versatility, growth, and teamwork? Look no further than Delek US Holdings!WHAT IS DELEK? WHAT DO WE DO?We are a boutique-sized diversified downstream energy company with a range of assets, including petroleum refining, logistics, and renewable fuels.
Our refineries in Texas, Arkansas, and Louisiana have a combined crude capacity of 302,000 barrels per day
Our logistics business currently owns and operates 720 miles of crude and product pipelines, a 600-mile crude oil gathering system, and storage tanks and terminals.
Our three renewables’ plants in Texas, Arkansas, and Mississippi combined can produce 40 million gallons of biodiesel fuel a year.
DELEK BENEFITSWe offer fantastic benefits that include up to a 10% match on 401K on your hire start, with a vesting timeline of only one year, along with medical benefits that start on day onewith a 30% premium rebate annually! We value your well-being and all employees now have access to the Calm app for FREE, which is used for meditation, stress management, and better sleep. Through our performance management program, you can earn additional annual incentives as you set and achieve goals. Our pay for performance culture motivates our employees to improve Delek’s year-over-year company, business unit, and individual results. With some of the highest bonus payouts in recent years, we know that our success is due to our talented and dedicated team. We are looking for individuals like you to help us continue this momentum and bring new ideas to the table. At Delek, you will have the opportunity to make an impact and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment.JOB SUMMARYThe Contracts Manager for a refinery oversees and manages all contractual agreements related to refinery projects, ensuring compliance with legal, financial, and operational standards. This role involves negotiating, drafting, and managing contracts with vendors, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders while minimizing risk and maximizing value for the refinery. Coordinates closely with project managers, procurement teams, and legal counsel to ensure contract terms are met, deadlines are respected, and any issues are swiftly addressed.All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, and vision of the organization. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. All activities must be in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity laws, HIPAA, ERISA, and other regulations, as appropriateEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
4 year / Bachelor's Degree (Required)
In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Two (2) or more years RFx Experience (Required)
Four (4) or more years Procurement, Contract Administration or related experience (Required)
No Licensure or Certification Required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Business Acumen
Compliance
Contracting
Contract Negotiating
Influencing
Project Management
Relationship Management
Risk Management
Workflow Systems
Communication
Manages contracting activity for a portfolio of spend categories to optimize the supply base and deliver financial benefit from supply chain improvements and strategic initiatives
Execution of strategic & tactical sourcing processes (RFP, RFI, RFx) for 3rd party non-hydrocarbon spend, incorporating local market intelligence, conducting sourcing events, bid evaluations, commercial negotiations, supplier selection and contract award &
Conducts contract negotiations & redlines for all new agreements, contract expirations and renewals, while ensuring accuracy and completeness of the contract development and execution process
Develops and implements clear and concise supply contracts, aligned with contract templates and considering all legal and commercial dimensions, including remuneration mechanisms, key risks (supply, commercial, legal), and exit strategies
Reviews contract performance and ensure compliance with contract pricing, terms and conditions and service levels; Assists with Supplier Performance Management to minimize contract value leakage and ensure contract compliance
Ensures appropriate contract files and managed and maintained in accordance with the Contract Administration process, document retention policy and audit activity
Ensures stakeholders understand all key terms and conditions of an agreement, including business risk, commercial implications and commitments made, prior to contract execution; Outlines any deviations to Delek’s standard templates
Builds credibility with internal and external stakeholders to ensure adoption of center-led sourcing and procurement initiatives; Ensures collaborative interaction to understand operational needs, while providing effective and efficient support
Tracks and maintains measurable performance metrics for the site contracting and sourcing activities to include (but not limited to) spend under management, compliance to category strategies, internal order placement performance, and Value Creation
Enables compliance with standardized contracting and procurement practices and procedures for all key areas within the Supply Chain Function
Serves as peer mentor for team, providing guidance and instruction to less experienced team members
Provides guidance to less experienced Specialists on complex/escalated issues
While this job description aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the role, it may not detail every task or responsibility required.
CORE COMPETENCIESCHANGE AGILITY (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):Identifies, initiates, and adapts to organizational changes that foster enhanced effectiveness, efficiency, safety, and ultimately business results.COLLABORATION (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):Sees connection points across the organization and partners effectively with others to achieve common goals.DECISION MAKING (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):Selects a course of action to reduce risk and uncertainty and create optimal outcomes.DRIVE FOR RESULTS (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):Drives to achieve challenging performance objectives.TEAM BUILDING (LEVEL 2 SUPPORTING):Builds trust, fosters openness, and provides support. As the manager of a team, selects and motivates a strong team.#LI-SC1We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.Equal Employment OpportunityIt is the policy of Delek to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals, employees and qualified applicants for employment consistent with employment requirements and qualifications. Delek is an equal opportunity employer and all employees and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizen status or any other legally protected status or because they have discussed, disclosed or inquired about compensation.