Logistics Systems Optimization Functional Specialist

About the role

Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community. As a Logistics Systems Optimization Functional Specialist, you will serve as the primary business-facing resource for Logistics Systems Optimization applications. Partner with business stakeholders to support system utilization, analyze business processes, facilitate training, coordinate change management activities, and improve user adoption. Exercise independent judgment in evaluating business needs, recommending process improvements, and supporting solution delivery.

Job category: Procurement/Purchasing/Supply Chain/Logistics. Primary location: San Antonio, TX. Posted: October 22, 2026. Unposting date: Ongoing. This position is salaried exempt (not eligible for overtime pay).

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary liaison between business users, technical teams, vendors, and other stakeholders regarding system functionality and user support needs.
• Provides advanced functional support for Logistics Systems Optimization applications, including issue analysis, resolution, and escalation coordination.
• Leads requirements gathering efforts and documents business, functional, and operational requirements for system enhancements and projects.
• Evaluates business processes and recommends solutions that improve operational effectiveness, user experience, and system utilization.
• Develops and maintains user documentation, process guides, training materials, and communication resources.
• Designs, coordinates, and delivers training programs to support user proficiency, adoption, and ongoing system effectiveness.
• Leads user acceptance testing activities and validates system functionality against business requirements and expected outcomes.
• Coordinates change management and organizational readiness activities associated with new system implementations and enhancements.
• Monitors system usage trends and stakeholder feedback to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased adoption.
• Participates in project initiatives as a functional lead or contributor, representing business stakeholder interests and supporting successful solution delivery.

Requirements

• Able and willing to work on-site and in-person (required).
• Bachelor's or higher level degree — or foreign equivalent degree — in Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, Business Management, Engineering, or related field (required).
• 2+ years of experience in logistics industry or related project management knowledge (required).

Valero's pre-employment process includes successful completion of a background check and hair-analysis drug screen.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
• 100% match on 401(k) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
• Company-sponsored Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Program

Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee's eligibility and work location.