Category Specialist - Infrastructure

Chevron Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Singapore seeks a Category Specialist for its terminal and lubricant plant operations. The role involves managing procurement strategies, conducting market analysis, and fostering supplier relationships. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and have 1-5 years of procurement experience, preferably within a blend plant environment. Excellent negotiation skills and teamwork are essential. This full-time position involves potential travel to support business operations.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of procurement experience; fresh graduates are welcome.
• In-depth understanding of category planning and supplier management.
• Experience in total cost ownership (TCO) and category management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned categories and conduct supply market analysis.
• Develop procurement strategies for cost savings.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage contracts.

Skills

Category management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain or related fields

Tools

GEP

SAP

Job description

Category Specialist – Singapore Terminal & Lubricant Plant / Infrastructure
Location: Duo Tower, Singapore
Applications accepted through 05 February 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (Singapore Time).

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of assigned categories, which includes:
• Category analysis – conducts supply market analysis and market benchmarking
• Develop country annual contracting plan to align with business plan objectives. Regular engagement with stakeholders to review and prioritize projects
• Develop procurement strategies to execute sustainable cost savings for the business. Ensure that strategic sourcing principles are consistently used to drive best practices
• Sourcing and negotiation – utilizes strategic sourcing process and techniques to ensure competitive advantage. Leads negotiations or assists the lead negotiator in developing and applying appropriate negotiation strategies and tactics
• Write contracts. Implementation of agreements and integration of key suppliers – develops transition plans and oversees implementation of new agreements in conjunction with relevant business experts
• Supplier performance monitoring – develop mechanism and metrics to hold suppliers accountable for performance and delivery
• Ongoing supplier and contract management – develops supplier relationships to ensure that cost reduction and value creation are ongoing activities. Utilizes strategic cost management tools and trend forecasts to assist in maximizing value of supplier relationships and contracts
• Set annual cost improvement targets and track results
• Provide functional guidance to the business stakeholders and drive P2P compliance
• Executing end-to-end procurement process in alignment and compliant with the company policies and procedures
• Act as a procurement advisor providing category guidance and implementation of global/regional initiatives at a local level
• Provide advice and consultation to business stakeholders on procurement and contract management policies
• Provide P2P training and work closely with stakeholders to increase P2P fluency
• Support Regional Category Managers in driving cost management opportunities and special projects for the business
• Work collaboratively as a business partner to explore and implement any cost savings and/or efficiency management opportunities
• Regularly communicate plans and progress to ensure alignment and influence the broad adoption of cost reduction strategies
• Leverage technologies or data analytical platforms to enhance procurement performance and process efficiency
• Drive synergy and enterprise sourcing initiatives
• Support special projects, i.e., sustainability programs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain or related fields
• Preferably 1-5 years of Procurement experience. Procurement experience in terminal and/or blend plant environment would be a plus. Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
• Have an in-depth understanding of category management, with experience in category planning, contract management, supplier management and possess strong negotiation skills
• Experience in developing / applying total cost ownership (TCO), should cost modeling and other category management techniques in strategic sourcing
• Knowledge in commercial and financial analysis associated with procurement activities
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Good team player and strong drive for performance and results
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills
• E-Procurement knowledge – GEP / SAP capability is a plus

Work Location

The selected candidate will be based in Singapore, stationed at Chevron’s Singapore office in Duo Tower. This role will require travel to the Penjuru Terminal, with time spent on-site, to provide essential support to the business.

Relocation Options

Relocation will not be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations

Selected candidate will work in Singapore under the local payroll system and benefits.

About Chevron

Chevron Corporation is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company’s operations. Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

E-Verify

Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

Equal Opportunity

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity / affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or other status protected by law or regulation.