Buyer

Total Number of Openings

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Buyer through October 27th, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (Venezuela Time).

A Buyer 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.

Supports medium sized clients/customers and makes significant contributions to more complex projects under periodic supervision. General knowledge of the work function and Chevron’s practices.

Key Responsibilities

·   Develop and execute annual procurement plans, aligning sourcing strategies with operational and business priorities.

·   Select and apply the appropriate Terms and Conditions templates based on the scope, commercial model, and level of risk.

·   Prepare and coordinate bid packages and Requests for Quotation (RFQs), ensuring that technical and commercial requirements are clearly defined.

·   Identify, assess, and recommend suppliers for materials and equipment based on capability, quality, cost, delivery schedule, and compliance with applicable requirements.

·   Procure standard, commercially available materials and issue purchase orders in accordance with negotiated and approved terms.

·   Coordinate purchase order award and post-award administration, including quality assurance, expediting, change management, status reporting, transportation, logistics, and supplier performance monitoring.

·   Maintain regular communication with suppliers based on order risk and delivery requirements; resolve deviations and help ensure delivery in accordance with agreed specifications and schedules.

·   Manage international suppliers and coordinate cross-border procurement activities, including commercial communication, order follow-up, documentation, logistics interfaces, and delivery to the required destination.

·   Apply procurement processes and tools, including GEP SMART, and SAP/JDE, and administer service and material agreements, including International Master Agreements (IMAs), as applicable.

·   Use agile ways of working to manage priorities, coordinate stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Data Analysis and Master Agreement Application

·   Analyze spend, demand, pricing, supplier, and purchasing data to identify sourcing opportunities and support fact-based procurement decisions.

·   Use data analysis to determine when and how existing material acquisition master agreements should be applied, maximizing contract utilization, standardization, compliance, and commercial value.

·   Monitor purchasing trends, agreement usage, supplier performance, lead times, and order status; translate findings into clear recommendations and management reports.

·   Validate data quality and collaborate with internal stakeholders to consolidate material requirements and support procurement planning.

Required Qualifications and Capabilities

·   Minimum 4–5 years of professional experience in Supply Chain Management (SCM), procurement, materials management, or a related field.

·   Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.

·   Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret procurement data and convert findings into actionable sourcing and contracting recommendations.

·   Experience applying or administering master agreements for the acquisition of materials.

·   Demonstrated ability to manage suppliers located outside the country and coordinate effectively across time zones, cultures, and logistics interfaces.

·   Knowledge of RFQs, bid evaluations, purchase orders, supplier follow-up, expediting, and post-award administration.

·   Proficiency with procurement and ERP tools such as GEP SMART, SAP, or JDE, as applicable.

·   Strong stakeholder management, communication, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.

·   Professional proficiency in English is mandatory. Spanish proficiency is also required for the local business environment.

Preferred Qualifications

·   Experience supporting procurement for projects, facilities, construction, engineering, or O&G operations.

·   Experience with international material agreements, import-related documentation, transportation, and logistics coordination.

·   Working knowledge of data visualization or analytical tools used to evaluate spend, demand, agreement utilization, and supplier performance.

·   Knowledge of artificial intelligence tools and their application to Supply Chain Management processes is preferred but not required.

Relocation Options

Relocation may be considered

International Considerations

Expatriate assignments will not be considered

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