Loss Control Specialist

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The Loss Control Specialist will work closely with and receive work direction from the Manager, Global Measurement & Loss Control and/or its Directors in support of the overall Commercial Business Unit. This position will enable the Global Loss Control (LC) group to provide data capture solutions and LC performance tools that identify and resolve measurement and reporting errors and quantify quality downgrades in receiving/delivering Marine Vessels, Terminals, and Pipeline systems utilized by Phillips 66 Company and our customers. In addition, the role will respond to requests from LC, Commercial, Refining, Midstream, Renewables, Specialties, and Finance Accounting for LC Voyage Analysis Modules, Custody Transfer Quantity and Quality data and LC Inventory Gain/Loss and value-add performance metrics. The role will be knowledgeable in Commercial supply, trading, and scheduling activities, as well as in Company and Industry measurement procedures, standards and guidelines.

Responsibilities May Include

• Support the Commercial M&LC Pipeline & Terminals group to develop and ensure functional excellence in the following areas:
  • Provide centralized M&LC support for Commercial commodity groups and operations.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee P66 facilities custody transfer measurement "Best Practices" & Procedures for Refineries, Marine, Pipeline, and proprietary and third-party Terminals. Develop these best practices into a measurement assurance program under the guidance of Loss Control Directors. 
  • Issue, negotiate, and resolve Product/Inventory Loss Claims on behalf of Commercial commodity groups and operations.
  • Contribute to Industry Consensus Standards Development
  • Provide M&LC support on Terminal & Pipeline contractual reviews/negotiations and related functional reviews; to include appropriate measurement, loss/gain, and claim settlement language.
  • Develop, coordinate, and present M&LC information and data to optimize commercial terms for the Commercial commodity groups.
  • Identify marine/terminal/pipeline operations and risk management opportunities and minimize Product contaminant(s) handling costs.
  • Provide crude quality support to understand and resolve quality issues.
  • Identify, support, and implement various Supply Chain & Global Logistics business transformation initiatives to deliver significant value.
  • Work collaboratively with internal/external stakeholders to successfully resolve loss situations within the Phillips 66 Company.
  • Audit internal and external facilities against accepted Industry and Phillips 66 Company standards/contractual agreements.
  • Maintain a collaborative relationship between Phillips 66 Company Commercial (Marine, Schedulers, Traders, Analysts), Finance (Inventory Accounting, FTZ control), Refining (Loss Control representatives, Business Managers, Schedulers), and Midstream (Terminal Personnel, Accounting, Measurement and Projects, etc.).
  • Provide support for M&LC Business Systems & Optimization Tools such as SharePoint, LiveLink, LC Web Pages, Inspection & Lab Services, Pricing Tool, etc.
  • Provide technical guidance for the design, installation, and operation of all Phillips 66 measurement and sampling equipment, including proprietary and third-party Terminals.

Required Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in job posting country
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 5 or more years of experience in Liquid Hydrocarbon Measurements - (Lease/Pipeline/Terminal/Refinery/Marine), and general technical Loss Control support/independent Inspection Procedures & Downstream Commercial Operations
• Job will could require 30-50% travel for assessments

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or relevant field
• 2 or more years of contracts measurement review and development experience
• Ability to manage conflict, and persuade/facilitate resolution
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments and make continuous improvements
• Ability to set, manage, and meet multiple and competing priorities
• Basic knowledge of petroleum market commercial fundamentals including general understanding of contract terms and condition(s) risks
• Understanding of downstream operations, supply chains and value drivers
• Ability to technically and fundamentally analyze factual data to recommend action to stakeholders (traders, schedulers, S&TA management, Marine, contract administration and settlements, and RM&T management)
• Physical fitness to perform field audits and witness marine custody transfers
• High degree of personal drive and dedication to achieve personal/ team goals and objectives
• Capable of influencing others to achieve desired results and common objectives
• Strong organizational skills that include experience with keeping detailed records and initiating communications of project schedule, status and deadlines
• Good negotiation skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with applications for word processing, spreadsheets, SharePoint, LiveLink, etc.
• Working knowledge of Marine, Pipeline, & Terminal custody transfer operations and procedures
• Working knowledge and participation in API MPMS/ASTM, standards development organizations

The Commercial organization  works to effectively leverage assets and market knowledge to create additional value within the risk parameters of the Company. We do this by maximizing general interest profitability, enhancing return on capital employed by successfully partnering with the Refining, Transportation and Marketing functions to ensure Value Chain Integration.   Our truck and rail fleets support our feedstock and distribution operations.  Rail movements are provided via a fleet of more than 10,000 owned and leased rail cars. Truck movements are provided through numerous third-party trucking companies, as well as through our 100 percent-owned subsidiary, Sentinel Transportation LLC.

Total Rewards

At Phillips 66, providing access to high quality programs and care for you and your family is important to us. Maintaining a culture of well-being — physical, emotional, social, and financial — is essential for a high-performing organization. When we are at our best, we are poised to deliver exceptional results — personally and professionally. Benefits for certain eligible, full-time employees include:

• Annual Variable Cash Incentive Program (VCIP) bonus
• 8% 401k company match
• Cash Balance Account pension
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with an annual company contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees on HDHP
• Total well-being programs and incentives, including Employee Assistance Plan, well-being reimbursement, and backup family care services

Learn more about Phillips 66 Total Rewards.

Phillips 66 has more than 140 years of experience in providing the energy that enables people to dream bigger and go farther, faster. We are committed to improving lives, and that is our promise to our employees and our communities. We are sustained by the backgrounds and experiences of our diverse teams, which reflect who we are, the environment we create and how we work together. We have been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign, U.S. Department of Labor and the Military Times for our continued commitment to inclusive practices and policies in the hiring and retention of those in the LGBTQ+ community and military veterans. Our company is built on values of safety, honor and commitment. We call our cultural mindset Our Energy in Action, which we define through four simple, intuitive behaviors: We work for the greater good, create an environment of trust, seek different perspectives and achieve excellence.

Learn more about Phillips 66 and how we are working to meet the world's energy needs today and tomorrow, by visiting phillips66.com. 

To be considered:

In order to be considered for this position you must complete the entire application process, which includes answering all prescreening questions and providing your eSignature on or before the requisition closing date of 10/29/2024.

Candidates for regular U.S. positions must be a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee, asylee or temporary resident under 8 U.S.C. 1160(a) or 1255(a)(1).  Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.