Business Development Advisor

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Business Development Advisor reports to the MPLX Senior Director of Business Development. This position has responsibility for the oversight of commercial strategies and growth projects for the Marathon Pipe Line and Terminals organizations.

Travel time required for this position is estimated at 5-20% and is largely tied to development of relationships with external stakeholders and project oversight.

This position belongs to a family of jobs with increasing responsibility, competency and skill level. Actual position title and pay grade will be based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifies, develops and implements commercial projects and strategies to grow profitability in Logistics and Storage.  Negotiates with customers to develop commercial agreements which facilitate earnings growth.  
• Leads, supports and facilitates strategic alignment, prioritization and tactical plans associated with business improvement initiatives. 
• Partners and influences effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure growth projects are identified, developed and successfully executed in a timely fashion.
• Develops and maintains relationships with third parties which have potential to lead to commercial opportunities.
• Proactive in understanding changes in markets, customers and competition that could spawn opportunities or impact current business.
• Collaborates with the Value Chain Organization to align on strategies within area of responsibility.
• Directs Logistics and Storage Engineering regarding development of growth projects.
• Supports Strategy and Business Development Organization identifying and evaluating potential M&A opportunities.
• Ensures alignment of strategic direction between MPC and MPLX.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• BS in accounting, finance, engineering or related field – General Business
• 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry with focus on midstream business segments, specifically pipeline and terminal operations

SKILLS:

• Prior exposure to contracts and understanding of various terms and conditions within contracts – negotiating new, understanding terms, etc.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build good working relationships with internal and external partners
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Prior exposure to negotiating commercial agreements
• Sound financial acumen
• Strong ability to work independently to meet organizational needs and goals
• Comfortable working with ambiguity and limited information while providing sound direction

As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.

Location:

Findlay, Ohio

Additional locations:

Houston, Texas

Job Requisition ID:

00021115

Location Address:

539 S Main St

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.