Summary

The Manager, Gasoline, Renewables & DEF directs TA’s gasoline, renewable fuels, and DEF supply and logistics teams to supply Retail and Wholesale business units by procuring bulk supply of gasoline, biodiesel, and DEF. The candidate needs a deep understanding of unbranded diesel, renewable fuels, and branded / unbranded gasoline, and DEF supply mechanisms. Pertaining to renewable fuels, this includes in-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local policies, such as the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS2), Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), Clean Fuels Program (CFP), and Clean Fuel Standard (CFS). The role will focus on adding value through market intelligence and negotiating skills, which is necessary in a highly competitive environment. They will provide strategy for streamlining contracts and negotiating for TA on gasoline, renewable fuels, and DEF with various partners including refiners, producers, suppliers, and carriers. Another key responsibility is business development and evaluation of potential projects. Examples include moving deeper into the value chain through trading and pipeline, terminal, ship, and rail shipments, as well as owning or leasing trucks or other logistical options.

Duties and Responsibilities

Directs commercial development, deal structuring, and execution in support of TA’s Fuel Supply and Logistics operations. Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendor partners to help implement and execute strategy and vision which meet and exceed company and fuel team goals and expectations. Provide strategy on negotiating supply contracts based on market fundamentals, policy, etc. to improve purchase performance. Provide guidance on branded and unbranded gasoline supply offers on a site-by-site basis as existing contracts come to expiration with the goal of maximizing volume and margin at each location. Direct team that manages branded programs at existing branded sites. This includes marketing, loyalty, mystery shops, rebates, etc. Direct team that manages supply and distribution for the entire network. Determine strategy for further deployment of biodiesel blenders, renewable diesel, etc. based on federal and state policy. Direct renewable fuels team that executes strategy to significantly lower cost of goods sold. Leads all aspects of bulk DEF purchasing (supply, pricing, logistics, strategy, etc.). Direct a team (8+) that is direct responsibility for handling all aspects of gasoline and renewable fuels supply and logistics. Direct and support special projects within the fuel team. Supports Fuel Supply goals, critical tasks, and key performance measures.