PBF Energy

Storage and Terminal Optimization Director

PBF Energy$149K — $271K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Business or Supply Chain Degree or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years in logistics, supply chain, terminal operations, or commercial storage management
  • Strong experience with third-party storage contracts
  • Background in refined products, energy, chemicals, or bulk liquids logistics preferred
  • Proven ability in commercial negotiations and long-term agreements
  • Strong understanding of inventory management and logistics optimization

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a network-wide storage and terminal strategy
  • Optimize inventory positioning and storage utilization for maximum margin
  • Lead third-party terminal strategy, including contract negotiations
  • Align contracted storage capacity with operational needs
  • Partner cross-functionally with various teams for integrated execution
  • Ensure storage availability and reliability as escalation point
  • Own storage-related costs and improve transparency
  • Establish and monitor performance metrics for continuous improvement
  • Build and lead a centralized Storage & Terminal Optimization team

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including bonus eligibility
  • Health care coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid time off
Full Job Description
Storage and Terminal Optimization Director

The Director, Storage & Terminal Optimization is responsible for the strategy, commercial management, and optimization of all third-party storage and terminal positions across the network. This role positions storage as a strategic enabler of margin, flexibility, and optionality, supporting trading, supply optimization, and customer commitments.

Reporting to the Vice President, Transportation & Commercial Infrastructure, this role will centralize storage strategy and terminal relationships, ensuring optimal capacity utilization, cost efficiency, and inventory positioning to maximize enterprise value.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Develop and execute a network-wide storage and terminal strategy that supports trading, refining, supply optimization, and customer commitments.
  • Optimize inventory positioning, storage utilization, and capacity deployment to maximize margin, flexibility, and arbitrage value.
  • Lead third-party terminal strategy, including contract structuring, negotiations, renewals, and relationship management to balance cost, access, and flexibility.
  • Align contracted storage capacity with operational needs, identifying and correcting underutilized, constrained, or high-cost positions.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Network Optimization, Trading, Scheduling, Refinery Operations, and Logistics teams to ensure integrated inventory and logistics execution.
  • Ensure storage availability and reliability, serving as escalation point for terminal-related operational issues and constraints.
  • Own storage-related costs and improve transparency into total cost, utilization, and value contribution across the network.
  • Establish and monitor performance metrics related to utilization, turnover, cost efficiency, and contract effectiveness, driving continuous improvement.
  • Build and lead a centralized Storage & Terminal Optimization team, establishing standardized governance, processes, and reporting.


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
  • Business or Supply Chain Degree, or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, terminal operations, or commercial storage management.
  • Strong experience with third-party storage contracts and terminal operations.
  • Background in refined products, energy, chemicals, or bulk liquids logistics preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage commercial negotiations and long-term agreements.
  • Strong understanding of inventory management, storage economics, and logistics optimization.


This position is on site 5 days a week.

ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

FOR SERIOUS CONSIDERATION, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR SALARY REQUIREMENTS.

The salary range for this position is $149,012.21 - $ 271,361.82. The compensation range listed in this posting is in compliance with applicable state law. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills and internal peer equity will be considered in determining the selected candidate's compensation. Salaries at the time of hire are typically in the lower to middle portion of the above range in order to provide the opportunity to reflect future performance-based increases. In addition to salary, PBF offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes bonus eligibility, health care, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

We thank all respondents for their interest in PBF Holding Company LLC ("PBF Energy"), however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails to any employee of PBF Energy about this requisition. Placement agencies or recruiters need not respond. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of PBF Energy via email, the Internet or in any method without a valid written search agreement will be deemed the sole property of PBF Energy. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by PBF Energy as a result of the referral or through other means.

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About PBF Energy

PBF Energy is one of the largest independent petroleum refiners and suppliers of unbranded transportation fuels, heating oil, petrochemical feedstocks, lubricants, and other petroleum products in the United States.

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At PBF Energy, you will be part of a culture that thrives on excellence and innovation. Our team members are encouraged to lead from the front, driving significant projects that impact not only our company but the entire industry. With a focus on sustainable and efficient energy solutions, your work will contribute to transforming the energy landscape.

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We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued. Our diversity training programs are designed to empower all employees and foster an environment where everyone can thrive. PBF Energy’s commitment to diversity strengthens our team and enhances our ability to meet the needs of our global clientele.

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Whether you are looking for a full-time position, an internship, or a leadership role, PBF Energy offers a range of career paths to match your skills and ambitions. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract talented individuals who are passionate, curious, and driven to excel.

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Learn more about PBF Energy
Size
3,418 employees
Market Cap
$5.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$1.3 billion
Founded
2008
5 Year Trend
+11.4%
Revenue
$15.1 billion
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