Regional Feedstock Strategy & Optimization Manager

Valero Energy; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

401k match

Pension plan

Healthcare program

Onsite wellness centers

Onsite pharmacy

Fitness center

Cafeteria & campus amenities

Job summary

Valero Energy is seeking a Manager Regional Optimization Planning to lead feedstock strategy development at the San Antonio refinery. The role uses LP models and economic analysis to maximize profitability while coordinating with refinery planning engineers to ensure alignment of inventory, consumption rates, and capacity assumptions.

The successful candidate will present monthly feedstock strategies to senior management and maintain clear communication with Traders and refinery teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering is required.
• 10 years of experience in Refining, Petrochemical, or related industry.
• Able and willing to work on-site at Valero San Antonio location.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement feedstock supply strategies to maximize profitability.
• Use LP models or economic analysis to select most profitable feedstock.
• Coordinate with refinery planning engineers to align inventory, consumption, and capacity.
• Communicate feedstock requirements to Traders and present crude economics.
• Develop and present monthly feedstock strategy to upper management.

Skills

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AspenTech PIMS

Job description

Valero Energy is seeking a Manager Regional Optimization Planning to lead feedstock strategy development at the San Antonio refinery. The role uses LP models and economic analysis to maximize profitability while coordinating with refinery planning engineers to ensure alignment of inventory, consumption rates, and capacity assumptions.

The successful candidate will present monthly feedstock strategies to senior management and maintain clear communication with Traders and refinery teams.