Total Number of Openings1Chevron is accepting online applicants for the Buyer position based in Barcelona, Venezuela through August 4th at 11:59 PM.This position manages the procurement process that includes vendor selection (sourcing), purchasing, order management (tracking and expediting) that results in timely delivery of equipment and materials at the best Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Coordinates transportation and logistics of goods. Promotes process standardization, compliance, and maximized use of Chevron's preferred suppliers.It also supports medium-sized clients/customers and makes significant contributions to more complex projects under periodic supervision.Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:Analyze "materials requisitions" to determine sourcing strategies, conduct supplier selections through bid processes or direct negotiations following Chevron Global Technology Services (GLOBETEC) and corporate guidelines, ensure correctness of price, delivery time, and technical specifications to obtain the best overall "total cost of ownership".Work closely with user departments to ensure material needs are clearly planned, organized and delivery dates are met. Develop cohesive working relationships with co-workers and external customers to facilitate the accomplishment of the required tasks.Perform purchases of materials using procurement systems in order to satisfy the requirements associated with the base business operations.Support the customers with compliance tasks within the procurement activity.Maintain revisions about the use of Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA), ensure that materials requirements are carefully planned and closely monitored. Analyze spend to work with Category Managers to develop new BPA's where appropriate.Ensure objectives of customer groups are clear and understood by these suppliers and the day-to-day material support for the operations is well managed.Perform negotiations and settlement of contractual disputes. Seek advice on contractual interpretation with counsel from management and Legal.Support the creation of the annual contracting and procurement plan.Ensure that a validated database of Purchase orders is maintained. The database shall also maintain records of amendments. Ensure that a reliable document retention and retrieval system is in place.Required Qualifications:2+ Years of Experience with related responsibilities.Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related fields.Experience working with the Microsoft Office Suite.Advanced English Skills.Strong Communication Skills.Knowledge and experience in the use of JDE OneWorld / ARIBA procurement systems.Strong Negotiation Skills.Unit price analysis / Cost management experience.Relocation Options:Relocation will not be considered.International Considerations:Expatriate assignments will not be considered.Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.Barcelona, Anzoátegui
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