Supply Chain Supervisor

　　Owensboro, KY, USA Req #1189

　　Thursday, January 11, 2024

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　　Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com .

　　We are currently looking for a Supply Chain Supervisor for our Owensboro, KY office.

　　POSITION DESCRIPTION:

　　In conjunction with Manager of Supply Chain Services, provide oversight, guidance, and active involvement in accomplishing Supply Chain Services functions, consisting of (but not limited to) Procurement, Investment Recovery, Fleet Services, Strategic Sourcing, and Operations Services. Further, position may be called upon for extensive collaboration with the other Supply Chain Management groups of Inventory Services, as well as Logistics.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

　　Most apparent functions/responsibilities may be, in any combination of the following, to:

　　Ensure procurement of materials and services to 1) meet construction and operational requirements that are compliant with departmental/company established policies and procedures, through competitive bidding and/or direct negotiation; and 2) maximize value-adds in obtaining the greatest benefit from our investments.

　　Process Purchase Orders via BWP's Oracle integrated financial software systems.

　　Provide departmental support/guidance/maintenance for BWP’s integrated financial software systems to include, but not be limited to, the following: troubleshoot, problem resolution, documentation and review of defects and requests for enhancements; development, design and testing for regression, enhancements, and patches; user assistance for requisitions/PO/receipt/reporting.

　　Furnish various customers throughout BWP with product information, pricing, special analyses, and other items as may be requested, because of the acquisition and distribution of pertinent new information gained from vendors or other sources, to complement our total company effort.

　　Assist in the sale of retired vehicles and other surplus equipment to employees, as well as outside bidders through competitive bidding or direct negotiations, as appropriate, to yield the maximum return on material or equipment not required for BWP operations.

　　Take on-call duty periodically.

　　Supervise, provide guidance, and assign daily work to Sourcing Specialists and Expeditors (full time and contract staff)

　　Review material/service requests and provide guidance/clarification to both internal and external parties to ensure the correct material/service is purchased that meets or exceeds company specifications.

　　Assist Manager with the development of departmental policies and procedures as well as ensure staff s following departmental policies and procedures.

　　Collaborate with Manager to develop and implement risk/liability reduction strategies for BWP, assist in employee development efforts for full-time staff, identify continuous improvement opportunities in costing savings, processes, and/or enhanced services to Business Units

　　Prepare/present reporting that supports Supply Chain accomplishments, provides updates to industry occurrences/trends, and satisfies ad hoc requests of BWP customers.

　　Administer Construction Contractor Alliance Program (from negotiation and execution of Alliance, to reporting of outcomes derived therefrom)

　　Provide technical support/reporting for Supply Chain Management via use of a variety of tools/platforms to accomplish required objectives.

　　Guide Investment Recovery function in proper objectives, policies, and protocols for maximum return on surplus and obsolete materials, vehicles, and equipment for BWP.

　　Assist and offer guidance on Operational Budgets process and other support efforts from Operations Services function.

　　Provide timely responses to customers' technical inquiries.

　　Investigate and implement process improvements.

　　Lead (or participate in) commodity teams to improve specifications, evaluate potential sources, and reduce total costs.

　　Coordinate required inspection, expediting and/or logistics support.

　　Analyze market conditions and industry information to 1) report relevant availability or other product and cost information, and 2) support recommendations for process improvement, cost savings and new vendors.

　　Facilitate the resolution of disputes and claims.

　　Address all Sarbanes-Oxley documentation requirements for qualifying transactions.

　　Pursue proactive measures (e.g., establishing, monitoring, and reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)) to anticipate and minimize performance issues

　　REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

　　Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management and/or supplier relationship management

　　Strong networking, interpersonal and collaborative skills

　　Excellent written and verbal communication skills

　　Excellent problem-solving, mathematical and analytical skills

　　Proven organizational skills as well as strong attention to detail.

　　Integrity and strong work ethic

　　Strong computer skills including, but not limited to, Oracle EBS and MS-Office Suite

　　Ability to handle multiple competing tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision.

　　Ability to build and maintain effective business relationships throughout various disciplines within the BWP organization.

　　Demonstrated leadership abilities, whether on special project assignments or in daily operational efforts

　　PREFERRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE:

　　Supervisory experience

　　Interstate natural gas pipeline experience

　　Experience in organizations utilizing best in class supply chain practices.

　　Mechanical, structural, or electrical knowledge, as well as understanding of natural gas pipeline system operations

　　REQUIRED EDUCATION:

　　Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or business-related field, or equivalent related experience

　　ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

　　Boardwalk Pipelines, LP maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hire.

　　Boardwalk Pipelines, LP is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

　　Other details

　　Job Family Supply Chain

　　Job Function Procurement Mgmt

　　Pay Type Salary

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　　Owensboro, KY, USA