Supply and Trading Director - Crude Oil

Crude Oil Supply Trading Manager

An exciting career awaits you at MPC, we're committed to being a great place to work one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment. Position Summary This position leads crude oil supply trading operations across MPC's Texas and Denver regions, driving commercial strategy, contract negotiations, and logistics coordination to optimize profitability and ensure refinery supply continuity across key basins including Permian, Uinta, Rockies, Bakken, and Utica. Coordinates with Optimization, Scheduling, MPLX, Fuels Value Chain, and Value Chain Optimization to maximize profitability across the enterprise. Key Responsibilities Manages crude oil supply organization for MPC's Texas and Denver regions, which encompasses Permian, Uinta, Rockies, Bakken, and Utica business. Negotiates contracts for purchase / sale of crude supply within limits of authority. Identifies and pursues commercial trading opportunities. Accountable for meeting profitability and optimization targets. Provides market assessment for development of region's tactical trading strategy in accordance with risk management policies. Gathers and reports competitive intelligence on underlying supply and demand forces impacting assigned region. Establishes and sustains relationships with key suppliers / counterparties. Coordinates logistical arrangements with supply logistics groups to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of crude shipments. Collaborates with system optimization and refinery optimization staff to identify and act upon supply chain opportunities. Ensures refineries' requirements are met on a timely basis. Communicates supply and trading issues impacting profit optimization at refineries. Evaluates economics of available products / crudes. Coordinates and drives incremental value across the integrated MPC & MPLX value chain leveraging MPC's position & business relationships. Education and Experience Twelve (12) years of industry or related experience required. Proven trading experience with a strong track record of delivering results in dynamic market environments. Minimum of five (5) years of commodity trading experience within crude oil markets preferred. Four (4) years of demonstrated supervisory experience, including leading and developing direct reports to achieve team and organizational goals. Skills Authentic Communicator Business Acumen Business Analysis Continuous Improvement Mindset Energizing the Organization Entrepreneurship Negotiation Ongoing Learning & Self-Development Results Driven Selecting and Developing People Strategic Outlook Location : Houston, TX Relocation : Yes Estimated Travel : 25-30% As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth. Location : Houston, Texas Additional locations : Job Requisition ID : 00018993 Location Address : 500 Dallas St Ste 2900 Education : Employee Group : Full time Employee Subgroup : Regular Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS / HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, click here. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https : / / mympcbenefits.com. The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program. Equal Opportunity Employer : Veteran / Disability We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role. About Marathon Petroleum Corporation Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC) is a leading, integrated, downstream energy company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio. The company operates the nation's largest refining system. MPC's marketing system includes branded locations across the United States, including Marathon brand retail outlets. MPC also owns the general partner and majority limited partner interest in MPLX LP, a midstream company that owns and operates gathering, processing, and fractionation assets, as well as crude oil and light product transportation and logistics infrastructure.