(Remote) Manager, Gas Distribution Materials & Supply Chain Advisory
About The Position
Our client is a publicly traded, global leader in the distribution of pipe, valves, fittings, and infrastructure solutions supporting the energy and industrial sectors. With $3+ billion in annual revenue and operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, they play a critical role supporting large-scale energy infrastructure across upstream, midstream, downstream, and gas utilities. This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established, growth-oriented company operating at scale, serving as a trusted advisor across Supply Chain, Contracts, Sales, and Operations, with the flexibility of a fully remote role.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience in engineering or gas materials
- 5+ years supporting gas distribution utility materials
- Demonstrated product knowledge of gas distribution material specifications (required)
- 5+ years in customer service, inside sales, and/or warehouse services, with progressive leadership experience
- Strong computer and software proficiency
- Ability to work legally in the U.S. and communicate fluently in English
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor across Supply Chain, Contracts, and other internal groups on gas distribution materials and sourcing strategy
- Own key vendor relationships and act as the primary technical resource for gas utility customers
- Advise on product specifications for meters, regulators, risers, prefabricated meter sets, PE pipe, and PE fittings
- Translate customer and internal stakeholder needs into sourcing solutions and recommendations
- Deliver market insight and guidance on gas materials commodities and manufacturer trends
- Partner with Sales and Operations on project bids, pricing strategy, and manufacturer negotiations
- Provide local leadership for Supply Chain, aligned with Global Corporate SCM direction
- Build and maintain category management plans grounded in commodity and market expertise
- Lead strategic analyses, market sizing, vendor and competitor profiling, and profitability analysis
- Maintain inventory strategy, pricing records, and product catalogs in partnership with corporate goals
- Travel periodically to manufacturer sites, customer locations, and trade shows
Benefits
- Strong targeted bonus
- Excellent benefits and 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
