CC Buyer Co-op Job at CITGO Petroleum Corporation, Corpus Christi, TX

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  • CITGO Petroleum Corporation
  • Corpus Christi, TX

Job Description

CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.


At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

The CC Buyer Intern provides procurement support in accordance with company procedures and strategic goals while under the direct supervisor’s guidance. This position assists or performs the following duties: initiates the vetting of new vendors, places purchase orders, selects and negotiates with approved vendors and evaluates vendor reliability, obtains materials from suppliers at the lowest cost, with consideration to quality, reliability and urgency of need; schedules deliveries and follows up on orders to expedite delivery and shipment; obtains certifications of delivery and approves payment invoices for orders placed. Maintains records and files as needed. Performs basic analytical tasks and industry research

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Data Analytics, or a related field.
  • Must be at least a sophomore in college (completion of freshman year) with an overall GPA of 3.0 or above.
  • Available to work forty hours per week in the summer and twenty hours per week during the school year.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
  • Knowledge of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the Corporation
  • Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment
Candidates must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credentials Card)

Job Duties

  • Learn basic CITGO procurement processes, per existing training module.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements, helping fulfill those requirements.
  • Create Purchase orders in accordance with company policies.
  • Support logistics, expedite materials and services, including coordinating shipments, tracking deliveries, and resolving any transportation-related issues.
  • Support the procurement team in issuing requests for proposals (RFPs), evaluating vendor proposals, and negotiating contracts or pricing agreements.
  • Assist in maintaining supplier relationships, including conducting supplier evaluations, addressing issues or concerns, and fostering communication between the organization and its suppliers.
  • Assist in data analysis and reporting tasks related to procurement metrics, such as supplier performance, Delayed PO, POs with free text requiring Material Master, and cost savings initiatives.
  • Participate in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of procurement and supply chain processes.

Job Duties II

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.


Here are the incentives we offer:

  • Remote Work options available for eligible positions
  • Options are department and/or location specific
  • 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
  • Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
  • Paid Vacation Time
  • Company-Paid Holidays
  • Caregiver Leave
  • Excellent 401(k) Match
  • Pension Plan
  • Performance Incentive
  • Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
  • Healthy Rewards Program
  • Service Awards Program
  • Educational Assistance Plan
  • Dependent Children Scholarships
  • Reimbursement for Gym Membership
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
  • On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
  • On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
  • On-site Fitness Center (select locations)


PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID - 1797

Job Tags

Summer work, Internship, Work at office

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