CC Buyer Co-op

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), CITGO is positioned 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.

About the role

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 procurement duties including initiating the vetting of new vendors, placing purchase orders, selecting and negotiating with approved vendors, and evaluating vendor reliability. The role focuses on obtaining materials from suppliers at the lowest cost while considering quality, reliability, and urgency of need; scheduling deliveries; following up on orders to expedite delivery and shipment; obtaining certifications of delivery; and approving payment invoices for orders placed. The intern will also maintain records and files as needed and perform basic analytical tasks and industry research.

Responsibilities

• 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 displayed above are not all-inclusive; site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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).

Benefits

• Remote work options available for eligible positions (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 and company-paid holidays.
• Caregiver leave.
• Excellent 401(k) match and pension plan.
• Performance incentive.
• Company-paid sick leave and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and 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).