HF Sinclair
Job Description
HF Sinclair is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Dallas, TX who will support Category Management and Operations stakeholders in executing both routine and strategic procurement activities across the precious metals, catalyst, and chemical space. The role utilizes a structured process and analytical models to implement category and site procurement strategies that maximize total value to HF Sinclair while maintaining compliance with governmental and company accounting requirements. The specialist conducts routine, non‑routine, and one‑time procurement assignments under limited supervision within a framework of established controls, and develops and manages supplier relationships to ensure performance, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation objectives are met.
Job Duties
Develop and maintain relationships with key business owners to understand short‑ and long‑term goals related to precious metals, catalyst, and chemical management.
Research and benchmark market conditions to identify trends, risks, supply‑base capabilities, and cost drivers; develop comprehensive category management plans and support cross‑site alignment and compliance to category strategies.
Implement and maintain HF Sinclair’s Precious Metals Management Program, ensuring best practices are followed and continuously improved to deliver value‑add opportunities across Treasury, Finance, Operations, Tax, Accounting, and Procurement.
Develop cost models and support negotiations by analyzing price components, benchmarking against industry data, and validating supplier pricing or escalation mechanisms.
Identify and qualify new sources of supply in alignment with safety, quality, service, cost, and innovation goals; manage supplier pre‑qualification, risk assessments, and performance reviews.
Prepare and manage RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) activities for purchases or contracts as needed; conduct bid evaluations and support award recommendations in coordination with internal stakeholders.
Negotiate commercial and contractual terms to achieve optimal outcomes for the Corporation.
Coordinate transportation and logistics requirements related to catalyst and precious metals movement, engaging with logistics providers and participating in performance or compliance audits as needed.
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across maintenance, operations, engineering, environmental, laboratory, health & safety, legal, and finance to ensure business objectives and compliance requirements are met.
Monitor supplier performance and category metrics; prepare executive‑level reports summarizing spend, value capture, pricing trends, and supplier risk.
Work with Accounts Payable to reconcile and resolve invoice discrepancies, recommending process improvements to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.
Ensure compliance with corporate procurement procedures and guidelines, recommend process enhancements, and support training of plant personnel and new team members as required.
Perform special assignments or tasks assigned by the manager as determined.
Experience A minimum of one year of related experience is required in procurement, supply chain management, finance, or operations support; internship or co‑op experience may be considered.
Preferred Experience Procurement and/or precious metals management, and/or refinery process engineering experience are preferred.
Education Level A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business related field.
Required Skills
Foundational knowledge of procurement, contract administration, and purchasing processes, with the ability to apply this knowledge in daily assignments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and presentations for management and executive audiences.
Solid organizational and analytical abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, reporting, and reconciliation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Power BI) with the ability to analyze data and perform basic to intermediate mathematical calculations.
Basic negotiation and problem‑solving skills with a willingness to learn and develop greater commercial and contractual acumen.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross‑functional teams.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
Displays initiative, accountability, and sound judgment while upholding company values of integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Skills Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and/or inventory control systems; experience with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Coupa) preferred.
Work Conditions Office based with occasional refinery visits and up to 5% travel required by land and air. From time to time may be required to work in a petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment, and outdoor environment. Subject to varying road and weather conditions.
Benefits HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time‑Off
401(k) Retirement Plan with match
Educational Reimbursement
Parental Bonding Time
Employee Discounts
About HF Sinclair Corporation HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high‑value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high‑quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.
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Job Duties
Develop and maintain relationships with key business owners to understand short‑ and long‑term goals related to precious metals, catalyst, and chemical management.
Research and benchmark market conditions to identify trends, risks, supply‑base capabilities, and cost drivers; develop comprehensive category management plans and support cross‑site alignment and compliance to category strategies.
Implement and maintain HF Sinclair’s Precious Metals Management Program, ensuring best practices are followed and continuously improved to deliver value‑add opportunities across Treasury, Finance, Operations, Tax, Accounting, and Procurement.
Develop cost models and support negotiations by analyzing price components, benchmarking against industry data, and validating supplier pricing or escalation mechanisms.
Identify and qualify new sources of supply in alignment with safety, quality, service, cost, and innovation goals; manage supplier pre‑qualification, risk assessments, and performance reviews.
Prepare and manage RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) activities for purchases or contracts as needed; conduct bid evaluations and support award recommendations in coordination with internal stakeholders.
Negotiate commercial and contractual terms to achieve optimal outcomes for the Corporation.
Coordinate transportation and logistics requirements related to catalyst and precious metals movement, engaging with logistics providers and participating in performance or compliance audits as needed.
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across maintenance, operations, engineering, environmental, laboratory, health & safety, legal, and finance to ensure business objectives and compliance requirements are met.
Monitor supplier performance and category metrics; prepare executive‑level reports summarizing spend, value capture, pricing trends, and supplier risk.
Work with Accounts Payable to reconcile and resolve invoice discrepancies, recommending process improvements to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.
Ensure compliance with corporate procurement procedures and guidelines, recommend process enhancements, and support training of plant personnel and new team members as required.
Perform special assignments or tasks assigned by the manager as determined.
Experience A minimum of one year of related experience is required in procurement, supply chain management, finance, or operations support; internship or co‑op experience may be considered.
Preferred Experience Procurement and/or precious metals management, and/or refinery process engineering experience are preferred.
Education Level A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business related field.
Required Skills
Foundational knowledge of procurement, contract administration, and purchasing processes, with the ability to apply this knowledge in daily assignments.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and presentations for management and executive audiences.
Solid organizational and analytical abilities, with attention to detail and accuracy in data entry, reporting, and reconciliation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Power BI) with the ability to analyze data and perform basic to intermediate mathematical calculations.
Basic negotiation and problem‑solving skills with a willingness to learn and develop greater commercial and contractual acumen.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross‑functional teams.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs.
Displays initiative, accountability, and sound judgment while upholding company values of integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Preferred Skills Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and/or inventory control systems; experience with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Coupa) preferred.
Work Conditions Office based with occasional refinery visits and up to 5% travel required by land and air. From time to time may be required to work in a petroleum refinery, warehouse/plant environment, and outdoor environment. Subject to varying road and weather conditions.
Benefits HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well‑being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time‑Off
401(k) Retirement Plan with match
Educational Reimbursement
Parental Bonding Time
Employee Discounts
About HF Sinclair Corporation HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high‑value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high‑quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.
Equal Opportunity Employer HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.
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