Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

Procurement Support

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.;
Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 43 active terminals, nine pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 829,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry. At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary:

Provide procurement support for all assigned locations in accordance with company procedures and strategic goals. Assists with or performs the following duties: issuance of purchase orders; selects and negotiates with approved vendors and evaluates vendor reliability; obtains materials from suppliers at the lowest cost, with consideration to quality, reliability and urgency of need; schedules deliveries and follows up on orders to expedite delivery and shipment as needed.

Knowledgeable in bid process and evaluations in order to establish best value contracts and outline agreements. Maintains records and files to ensure accurate and complete documentation. Set-up vendor for use through vendor prequalification system and maintain vendor relations. Performs analytical tasks and industry research.

Job Duties:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree or 4 years of job related experience. Strong knowledge and Proficiency in SAP Insurance/Indemnification Knowledge
- Preferred Legal Terms & Conditions Knowledge
-Preferred Negotiation Skills Multi-tasking Skills Strong analytical skills Decision Making and Problem Solving Proficient with Microsoft Office

Incentives:

Remote Work options available for eligible positions Options are department and/or location specific 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable) Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees Paid Vacation Time Company-Paid Holidays Caregiver Leave Excellent 401(k) Match Pension Plan Performance Incentive Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees Healthy Rewards Program Service Awards Program Educational Assistance Plan Dependent Children Scholarships Reimbursement for Gym Membership Employee Discount Programs On-site Health Clinic (select locations) On-site Cafeteria (select locations) On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only) On-site Fitness Center (select locations)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. Requisition  - 2108