What are the responsibilities and job description for the Liquid Supply Manager position at PARKER OIL COMPANY INC?
Position Summary
The Liquid Supply Manager –is responsible for the procurement, inventory management, and distribution of petroleum products across Parker Oil’s operations. This role ensures supply operations are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with customer demand while supporting profitability. The manager will work closely with suppliers, terminal operators, transportation providers, and internal teams to maintain product availability, optimize logistics, and support strategic business goals.
*** This position could reside at our corporate headquarters in South Hill, VA or remote/hybrid is an option as well.
Supply Planning & Procurement
- Forecast product needs based on sales trends, seasonal demand, and market conditions.
- Procure inventory as needed to maintain adequate supply levels.
- Negotiate supply agreements with refiners, pipelines, suppliers, and terminal operators.
- Develop and manage pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness and maximize profit margins.
Inventory & Logistics Management
- Manage product levels across all bulk plants, terminals, and retail locations.
- Coordinate with transport dispatchers, common carriers, and company drivers to ensure timely deliveries.
- Monitor inventory to minimize stockouts, overages, and losses while maintaining accurate documentation.
- Oversee day-to-day operation of Parker’s hedging program and prepare month-end reports of sales volumes, inventories, and hedging gains/losses.
Market & Pricing Oversight
- Monitor trends, rack pricing, and supply chain conditions to anticipate fuel availability.
- Create and distribute transport load pricing.
- Develop and publish KPIs to confirm margin performance, inventory turns, and integrity.
- Provide input on pricing strategies and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Qualifications:
Skills & Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Experience: Minimum 5 years in inventory management, procurement, and logistics (petroleum industry experience highly preferred).
Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, ADDS business management systems, and GPS monitoring programs.
Competencies:
- Strategic planning and problem-solving skills
- Financial and market analysis capability
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent negotiation and communication abilities
- Leadership and cross-functional collaboration
- Commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence
Parker Oil & Propane Core Values
- Do the Right Thing – We act with integrity, honesty, and transparency in all we do.
- Take Pride in Your Work – We hold ourselves to high standards and deliver quality results.
- Be Respectful – We treat others with dignity and foster a positive work environment.
- Take Initiative – We proactively identify and solve problems to move the company forward.
- Team Player – We collaborate and support one another to achieve shared success.