Business Development Advisor - BD & Portfolio Strategy - MPLX
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Business Development Advisor - BD & Portfolio Strategy - MPLX
Location
Findlay, Ohio
Experience
Mid
Posted
Jul 18, 2026
Apply by
August 1, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
# An exciting career awaits you
At MPC, we’re committed to being a great place to work – one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative team environment.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Business Development Advisor will report to the Business Development Director and be based out of MPC's Findlay, Ohio campus. The Advisor role is charged with supporting the long-term strategy development, conducting industry analyses, and contributing to the strategic playbooks for assigned areas within the MPLX Business Development & Portfolio Strategy team with emphasis on the Permian Basin, including a focus on: crude transmission & crude value chains, natural gas & natural gas liquids, and LPG value chains.
The ideal candidate will evaluate growth opportunities, build strong external relationships, and collaborate with assigned leaders to align organizational strategies.
This position is based in Findlay, OH.
This position is part of a job progression with multiple career levels. The final title and compensation will be based on the successful candidate’s overall experience level and qualifications.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Supports the long-term (5 years+) strategy development for their assigned region, and/or value-chain.
- Supports strategic reviews including industry trends, competitive assessments, and scenario planning.
- Collaborates across the enterprise to support the development & enhancement of strategic playbooks, including industry benchmarking, market fundamentals, and outlook.
- Supports the review and development of large-scale organic growth projects.
- Participates in front-end financial and strategic fit evaluations of inorganic growth opportunities.
- Establishes productive and effective relationships with key external companies and contacts.
- Drives collaboration between Strategy & Business Development and other internal organizations and stakeholders.
- Collaborates with assigned leadership across the organization to align on long-term strategic plans as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's Degree is required; MBA preferred
- Major Discipline: Business or Engineering preferred
- Minimum of 7- years of relevant experience
- Experience in the oil & gas industry experience preferred
- Strong written/verbal communication and experience collaborating with senior leaders required
As an energy industry leader, our career opportunities fuel personal and professional growth.
Location:
Findlay, Ohio
Additional locations:
Job Requisition ID:
00022942
Location Address:
539 S Main St
Education:
Bachelors (Required)
Employee Group:
Full time
Employee Subgroup:
Regular
Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, [click here](https://marathonpetroleum.brandextract.com/staged/marathonpetroleum.com/content/documents/Jobs_/Department_of_Labor_EEOC_.pdf).
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process at Marathon Petroleum LP, please contact our Human Resources Department at talentacquisition@marathonpetroleum.com. Please specify the reasonable accommodation you are requesting, along with the job posting number in which you may be interested. A Human Resources representative will review your request and contact you to discuss a reasonable accommodation. Marathon Petroleum offers a total rewards program which includes, but is not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, 401k matching program, paid parental leave, and educational reimbursement. Detailed benefit information is available at https://mympcbenefits.com.The hired candidate will also be eligible for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Veteran / Disability
We will consider all qualified Applicants for employment, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. In reviewing criminal history in connection with a conditional offer of employment, Marathon will consider the key responsibilities of the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Supports long-term strategy development for assigned regions or value chains.
- Conducts industry trend analysis, competitive assessments, and scenario planning.
- Collaborates to develop and enhance strategic playbooks through benchmarking and market analysis.
- Supports review and development of large-scale organic growth projects.
- Participates in front-end financial and strategic fit evaluations of inorganic growth opportunities.
- Establishes and maintains productive relationships with key external companies and contacts.
- Drives collaboration between Strategy and Business Development teams and other stakeholders.
- Aligns with assigned leadership on long-term strategic plans.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
Skills Required
Written communicationVerbal communicationCollaboration with senior leadersOil & gas industry experience
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- 401k matching program
- Paid parental leave
- Educational reimbursement
- Discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program
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