Remote: S&M Process Optimization Leader

CITG; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

9/80 schedule

Annual vacation incentive

Paid vacation

401(k) match

Pension plan

Life insurance

Health plans

Job summary

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is seeking a Manager, S&M Process Optimization to lead a high‑impact team focused on process improvements across Supply & Marketing. You will use CITGO tools and Power Platform to design scalable analytics and automation solutions that reduce cost and risk while enabling revenue growth.

This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration with IT and business stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field required; Master's preferred.
• 13 years with a Bachelor's degree; 11 years with a Master's degree.
• Experience in business performance improvement, process optimization, analytics initiatives, and compliance programs.
• Preferred industry experience in Supply & Marketing and/or the energy sector.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams and leading cross-functional, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong track record of delivering measurable business outcomes.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, including process mapping, business case development, and performance measurement.
• Proficiency with data and analytics tools such as Power BI, Azure Synapse Analytics, and Alteryx.
• Experience with automation technologies including RPA, Power Automate, and Copilot agents.
• Working knowledge of ERP, ETRM, and CRM platforms.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective partnerships across business and IT teams.
• Experience collaborating with IT to define requirements, evaluate and select technical solutions, and implement platforms.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks related to supply, marketing, and trading operations.
• Professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma or PMP are highly desirable.
• Forward-thinking mindset with ability to research emerging technologies and drive modernization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a high-performing team of process optimization professionals using Power Apps, Power Platform, and CITGO tools.
• Act as a visible change leader; articulate vision and drive adoption of optimization initiatives across the organization.
• Partner with Supply & Marketing to identify, prioritize, and execute initiatives delivering measurable value.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives from concept to execution to improve efficiency, reduce costs, mitigate risk, and grow revenue.
• Rapidly assess and deconstruct complex processes; apply quantitative analysis to implement scalable improvements.
• Ensure integrity and compliance across initiatives, aligning with regulatory requirements and enterprise frameworks.
• Collaborate with IT to unlock data power, define requirements, enable analytics, and develop scalable solutions.
• Shape future process optimization strategies in partnership with IT and enterprise priorities.
• Stay ahead of the curve by exploring new technologies and industry developments to expand expertise and impact.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Change management

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Power BI

Azure Synapse Analytics

Alteryx

RPA

Microsoft Power Automate

Copilot agents

ERP systems

ETRM systems

CRM platforms

Power Apps

Power Platform

Job description

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is seeking a Manager, S&M Process Optimization to lead a high‑impact team focused on process improvements across Supply & Marketing. You will use CITGO tools and Power Platform to design scalable analytics and automation solutions that reduce cost and risk while enabling revenue growth.

This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and collaboration with IT and business stakeholders.