PETROLEUM PROCUREMENT ANALYST (possibility for remote option)

Desired - Bachelor's Degree - Any previous experience with fuel suppliers, carriers, and or fuel distribution - Any previous experience as an analyst - Any experience and understanding of petroleum industry and the logistics associated with product movement - Understanding of formula- based pricing models to include the Oil Price Information Service, Platts and the New York Mercantile exchange- Analyze supply bids during Request for Proposal process; responsible for producing excel spread sheets comparing bid offers to existing contracts over a three year period for specific terminal cities - Monitor contracted volume requirements and obligations - Identify, analyze and communicate gaps between sales and contract volume requirements - Document Fuel Supplier contract terms, addendums, and cancellations monthly - Serve as the administrator of contract files; ensure files are in compliance (i.e., signed, filed, etc.) - Gather, prepare, and present fuel pricing data for use in contract negotiations - Facilitate new store setups and contract assignments - Provide forecasting process support to Petroleum Procurement team - Analyze and execute any cost savings opportunities via Day Deals, Arbitrage Opportunities and or rack purchases - Provide fuel spot market price change and significant news item updates to the fuel team as needed - Oversee a system of internal audit and inventory controls to ensure that methods, procedures, and programs are being used properly - Maintain control of expenses, accurate disbursement and accurate information - Develop retail division reports for pricing levels, monitor sales results, and compile market surveys - Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

About the Company: Kroger Corporate