This is a Hybrid position, with three days in the office and two days remote
BlueTriton is a leading provider of spring and purified water products - the name behind your favorite bottled water brands. We are proud to offer an extensive portfolio of highly recognizable, responsibly sourced, and sustainably packaged spring water in addition to other quality products and services. Get ready to quench your thirst with exciting possibilities when you join BlueTriton for a fiercely good career doing work that matters.
Water might seem simple enough, but there is a lot going on beneath the surface. Working in a factory or warehouse requires rolling up your sleeves to get things done and the tenacity to go the extra mile again and again. We believe the rewards are worth the effort: a business you help shape, a supportive team you learn from, and the chance to have a sustainable impact in which you can truly be proud.
Job Description
We are currently seeking an Associate Procurement Manager- Energy and Fuels, to join the BlueTriton Brands, Inc. Supply Chain Procurement organization based in Stamford, CT. Reporting directly to the Procurement Manager - Energy and Fuels, you will work closely with key stakeholders and play an integral role in defining and implementing energy and fuel procurement and risk management strategies, negotiating supplier contracts, managing supplier relationships, and identifying and implementing savings opportunities for factory locations across the US and Canada utilizing strategic sourcing processes, tools and policies. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in energy and fuels procurement (diesel fuel and/or propane sourcing preferred) for another large industrial/manufacturing organization, consumer packaged goods company, energy or fuel supplier. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a dynamic, high-impact procurement organization and to build your career at the nation's leading bottled water company, BlueTriton Brands, Inc.
This role is based out of our Stamford, CT HQ with a hybrid work schedule
Key responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Collaborate to define and execute energy procurement and risk management strategy for diesel fuel, propane, electricity and natural gas for both the retail and Ready Refresh business units.
- Anticipate and track energy contracts coming due.
- Ensure supply through the development of incumbent and new supplier relationships.
- Develop and perform RFI/RFP activities for energy supply.
- Engage with stakeholders and legal function to negotiate and finalize master agreements and transaction confirmations.
- Identify energy cost savings opportunities.
- Engage and manage relationships with various internal stakeholders (ie., legal, finance, and plant operations).
- Ensure compliance of Corporate Business Principles, policies and standards.
- Manage 3rd party utility bill payment provider account relationship. This will include negotiating contact renewal, resolving late payment issues, minimizing late fees and resolving other issues as they arise.
Qualifications
Key qualifications for this position include, but are not limited to:
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management preferred or other applicable discipline required.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience with energy procurement for categories such as: diesel fuel, propane, electricity and natural gas within a corporate setting or with an energy supplier is preferred.
- Solid understanding of the diesel fuel, propane, electricity and/or natural gas markets.
- Team player that is willing and able to provide support for RFI and RFP preparation, execution and analysis.
- Commercial understanding of strategic category management.
- Strong negotiation skills, able to lead complex negotiations, manage supplier relationships and drive demanding service levels.
- Ability to work independently to identify and research relevant market, industry and supplier information.
- SAP experience highly preferred.
- Experience in stakeholder management and the ability to influence senior management.
- Proven track record in working collaboratively with different teams in complex organizations and supporting multiple sourcing initiatives.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have strong knowledge of Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
BlueTriton Brands, Inc. ("BlueTriton") is a water and beverage company in North America that produces and distributes a portfolio of brands of spring water, purified water, and other beverages, which include Poland Spring , Deer Park , Ozarka , Ice Mountain , Zephyrhills , Arrowhead , Origin , Saratoga , AC+ION , Pure Life , B'EAU , and Splash Refresher . BlueTriton also owns and operates ReadyRefresh , a water and beverage delivery service for homes and offices.
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, BlueTriton is a privately held company with operations and distribution primarily in the United States and Canada, employing more than 7,000 employees. BlueTriton manages water resources for long-term sustainability and helps protect more than 20,000 acres of watershed area owned by the company from harm and destruction. The company sources from 56 springs and has 30 production facilities across North America, with some verified to the Alliance for Water Stewardship Standard. BlueTriton is a Water Champion with The Water Council and has committed to be verified under their WAVE program.
BlueTriton Brands is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. BlueTriton Brands is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at
