Category Manager at Motiva Enterprises LLC in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

At Motiva, our employees' energy, passion, and dedication to excellence are what make us who we are and what allows us to generate energy that makes a house a home, gets us from point A to point B, and enables our health and wellbeing. We invest in every aspect of our employees' lives because, at Motiva, our people matter.


Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Motiva refines, distributes and markets petroleum products throughout the Americas. The company's Port Arthur Manufacturing Complex in Port Arthur, TX, is comprised of North America's largest refinery with a total throughput of 720,000 barrels per day, the world's second largest base oil plant, and an integrated chemical plant. Under exclusive long-term brand licenses with Shell and Phillips 66 (for the 76® brand), Motiva's commercial operations supply more than 12 billion gallons of fuel to customers annually. Motiva is wholly owned by Aramco, one of the world's largest integrated energy and chemicals companies.



Position Overview:



As a key member of Motiva's Supply Chain team, the Category Manager will play a pivotal role in advancing the company's operational, growth, and sustainability goals. This role is responsible for managing key supply chain categories-engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction-within a $1 billion annual portfolio. The Category Manager will provide supply chain leadership through in-depth market analysis, strategic planning, and stakeholder management. This individual will drive commercial excellence, foster collaboration, and champion continuous improvement to optimize third-party expenses, directly contributing to production efficiency and growth initiatives.



Responsibilities:





Category Management

• Develop and execute strategic initiatives for the engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction categories.
  
  


• Optimize sourcing strategies on global, regional, and local levels to enhance value, service levels, and risk mitigation.
  
  


• Utilize extensive experience in category management, supplier rationalization, and commercial deal-making to drive results.
  
  

Value & Cost Optimization

• Identify and implement value chain improvements to maximize cost efficiency.
  
  


• Leverage centrally managed spending across Saudi Aramco, Motiva's plants, and departments.
  
  


• Track progress and ensure alignment with key performance objectives.
  
  

Supplier Relationships

• Maintain a competitive edge by leveraging market expertise and cultivating strong supplier relationships.
  
  


• Lead supplier performance management initiatives with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent service delivery.
  
  

Data-Driven Decision-Making

• Utilize data analytics to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in supply chain operations.
  
  


• Enhance operational performance metrics and spend analytics to ensure transparency and effectiveness.
  
  

Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

• Lead negotiations with suppliers, contractors, and partners to secure favorable terms.
  
  


• Manage supplier approval processes and handle escalations as needed.
  
  

Business Case Development & Change Management

• Develop and present business cases with clear return-on-investment models.
  
  


• Lead the implementation of change management programs to drive adoption of new processes.
  
  

Experience and Qualifications:




Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
  
  


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, materials management, or a related area.
  
  


• Proven expertise in sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiations, supply risk management, and project management.
  
  


• In-depth knowledge of Engineering, Construction, Fabrication, Equipment, and Materials categories.
  
  


• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills with a track record of delivering results in a manufacturing environment.
  
  


• Solid business acumen with an understanding of downstream oil and gas finance, operations, accounting, and organizational behavior.
  
  


• Working knowledge of legal frameworks such as contract terms, the Uniform Commercial Code, and contracting for operations and capital projects.
  
  


• Effective stakeholder management experience.
  
  

Preferred Education and Experience:

• 10 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, materials management, or a related area.
  
  


• Strong understanding of SCM ERP/MRP systems; experience with Ariba or SAP preferred.
  
  


• Supply chain experience supporting asset operations and/or major capital project development.
  
  


• Leadership experience and coaching capabilities.
  
  


• Previous experience in the oil and gas industry.
  
  

We reserve the right to amend or withdraw Motiva jobs at any time, including prior to the closing date. Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or grade.


Applicants for regular U.S. positions must be authorized to work in the United States for Motiva Enterprises LLC without the need for sponsorship of an immigration authorization or visa (for example, TN, H-1B, or other employment-based immigration authorization or visa).


Motiva participates in E-Verify.


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