Senior SCM Advisor: Strategic Procurement & AI Enablement

Chevron Corporation; Barcelona; On-site; VES 80,790,000 - 116,697,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Chevron Corporation in Venezuela seeks a seasoned SCM Advisor to shape contracting, procurement, and commercial strategies that drive cost competitiveness and reliable supply. You will lead AI-driven continuous improvement initiatives, collaborate with Finance, Legal, HSE, Planning, and Joint Ventures, and oversee governance and risk controls across SCM.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, KPI development, and rapid deployment of AI-enabled solutions to simplify processes and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management, procurement, contracting, business analytics, or related functions.
• Experience developing sourcing and contracting strategies and supporting or leading commercial negotiations.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, contract management, supplier performance, governance, and supply chain processes.
• Strong analytical and commercial skills with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI; demonstrated expertise implementing and applying Copilot and other AI tools to enable solutions, take on tactical work, and simplify processes; familiarity with ERP and procurement platforms.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and build alignment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a dynamic business environment.
• Professional proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Business Partnership: Advise SCM and business leaders on supply chain, contracting, procurement, and commercial strategies.
• Planning & Performance: Lead the development and execution of the Annual Contracting & Procurement Plan (ACPP).
• Contracting & Commercial Excellence: Develop and advise on sourcing and contracting strategies, supplier performance, and commercial negotiations.
• Governance, Risk & Compliance: Ensure SCM activities comply with policies, controls, and governance.
• AI Implementation, Digital Transformation & Continuous Improvement: Lead AI implementation across SCM, using Copilot to enable solutions and simplify processes.
• Collaboration & Capability Development: Build relationships across SCM, Operations, Joint Ventures, and support functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Spanish proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Copilot / AI tools

ERP systems

Job description

Chevron Corporation in Venezuela seeks a seasoned SCM Advisor to shape contracting, procurement, and commercial strategies that drive cost competitiveness and reliable supply. You will lead AI-driven continuous improvement initiatives, collaborate with Finance, Legal, HSE, Planning, and Joint Ventures, and oversee governance and risk controls across SCM.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, KPI development, and rapid deployment of AI-enabled solutions to simplify processes and