Supply Specialist

As a part of the Chevron Shipping Fleet Team that operates 30 cargo vessels, the Procurement Supply Specialist is responsible for the purchasing of materials and services, while managing logistics to ensure efficient and timely delivery to our vessels. If you are a creative and team-oriented individual looking to develop your career in a robust supply chain industry, this is an opportunity to join a world class organization striving to make a difference.

The Procurement Supply Specialist is part a global high-performing team responsible to move Chevron cargo around the world via our shipping operations. Responsible in supporting vessel reliability, the Supply Specialist works alongside vessel leadership including ship’s Captain, Chief Engineer and shoreside Engineering and Marine Superintendents to service any vessel or crew needs.

The Supply Specialist has a close working relationship with vessel leadership including vessel Captain and Chief Engineer along with the shoreside Engineering and Marine Superintendents. Supporting the Fleet Operations team by procuring materials and services to meet the needs of each vessel. Coordinating logistics is of utmost importance, vessel voyages vary therefore close coordination with vessel leadership is key to ensure on time ship deliveries.

**Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to**:

- Procure vessel parts, consumables and provisions to support vessel maintenance operations and any engine / equipment overhaul projects
- Conduct bids and ensure cost competitiveness or lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) by coordinating the RFQ bidding process to evaluate and select vendors that meet quality and cost benchmarks
- Manage overall logistics (air, sea and land) relating to ship spares-in-transit and consumable inventory in assigned storage yards and freight forwarder warehouse facilities through executing shipping instructions to freight forwarders and shipping agents
- Monitor vessel voyage schedules and ensure spares and consumables are positioned at right ports / terminals prior to vessel estimated arrival date.
- Support Procurement and Supply Chain (PSCM) Category teams to ensure procurement activities align to category strategy as well as contract pricing and scope
- Participates in procurement and business-related projects as required
- Contribute to Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) process with supplier performance feedback and engagement at vendor meetings
- Backup support for contract management of Shipping material contracts

**Job Requirements**
- Minimum 2 years related experience or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Shipping / Business or IT Procurement
- Experience with logistics, international and inland freight, warehousing, supply chain/procurement flows for materials (one or more of these)
- General working knowledge of warehousing, storage, and freight forwarders
- Strong analytical capability with good interpersonal and communication skills
- Drives improvements and building credibility/trust with Chevron internal customers and external partners

**Preferred Requirements**
- Bachelor’s degree, preferred concentration in Maritime, Supply Chain Management, Business or Engineerin
- Related experience in Maritime operations or project management experience
- Experience managing freight forwarders in Oil & Gas or Maritime industries

**Relocation Options**:
Relocation will not be considered within Chevron parameters.

**International Considerations**:
Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

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