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Procurement Buyer
Apply Job ID R000003170 Date posted 12/28/2020Chevron is one of the world's leading energy companies, with approximately 48,000 employees working in countries around the world. We explore, produce and transport crude oil and natural gas; refine, market and distribute fuels and other energy products; manufacture and sell petrochemical products; generate power; and develop future energy resources.
Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Procurement Buyer located in Richmond, California12/10/2020 through 01/03/2020 at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Standard Time).
Procurement Buyer
The Buyer position provides procurement support for the Richmond Refinery including; placement, expediting and
administration of routine and complex purchase and/or service orders (e.g. “single event” service orders, project
purchases, engineered items and general labor orders). This position requires a strong customer focus, with the
ability to work well with Chevron Richmond Refinery personnel including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering and
support functions.
Key responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
• Coordinates the procurement of material, equipment, repaired stock, and services for routine maintenance and
shutdown / turnaround events by ensuring the appropriate procurement methods are used ( including bidding,
contracting, ordering, expediting and related transportation).
• Negotiates with suppliers on refinery's behalf regarding various commercial and operational matters related to
orders. Ensures proper terms and conditions are included on all purchase/service orders.
• Keeps abreast of developments / best practices in the procurement and supply chain management discipline.
• Supports all Global Procurement initiatives, including e-Procurement, contracting best practices, compliance and
the Investment Recovery and Inventory Management program.
• Supports accounts payable efforts by acting as a consultant on matters related to Procurement including payable
issue resolution.
• Acts as an expert on matters related to materials and services procurement, the processes used to procure
materials and services and the associated systems (Ariba, SAP, ERS, and Maximo); resolves vendor supply /
invoicing issues.
• Demonstrates a broad level of proficiency with and a thorough understanding of procurement disciplines and
customer business objectives.
• Manage MRP process in SAP, and coordinate repair of stock items as necessary. Run reports for inventory
analysis.
• Responsible for delivering documented savings for procurement and investment recovery efforts.
• Supports the implementation of new processes or technologies as appropriate.
• Insures all internal controls are administered without exception and implements all audit requirements and
recommendations.
• Manages associated health, environmental and safety risks for all areas of position.
• Assist warehouse personnel with goods receiving issue resolution.
Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 years demonstrated procurement or supply chain experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business-related field such as Supply Chain Management or Engineering
• Procurement and Materials Management in a refinery or similar operational environment
• Ability to process procurement transactions in the relevant ERP system (SAP/Maximo/Ariba)
• Knowledge of typical Chevron Contract T&Cs and Catalog.• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-discipline environment, handling multiple priorities with demanding schedules
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Working experience with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, Email, and PowerPoint
International Consideration:
• Expatriate assignments will not be considered
Relocation Options:
• Relocation may not be considered within Chevron parameters
Regulatory Disclosure for US Positions:
Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breast-feeding and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability (including medical condition), military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other status protected by law or regulation.
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