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Citgo

<div><p><b>CITGO PETROLEUM CORPORATION</b></p><p>
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.</p><p></p><p><br>
At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
Provides procurement support for all assigned locations in accordance with company procedures and strategic goals. Assists with or performs the following duties: issuance of 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; supports deliveries and follows up on orders to expedite delivery and shipment as needed. Knowledgeable in bidding out process and evaluations in order to establish best value contracts and outline agreements. Maintains records and files to ensure accurate and complete documentation. Set-up Vendor for use through vendor prequalification system and maintain vendor relations. Performs analytical tasks and industry research.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of experience or 4 years of job related experience in lieu of degree required</li><li>
Computer Skills: SAP, MS Word, Excel, Power point, GEP</li><li>
Problem solving and analytical skills</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Review customers&rsquo; requisitions and process Purchase Orders in SAP to procure materials and services at the most favorable price consistent with requirements for quantity, quality, safety, and delivery to support the assigned CITGO Business Unit(s).</li><li>
Utilize sourcing tool as directed to establish and maintain non-complex contracts consistent with the requirements established by customers using specifications for products and/or scopes of work for services. Negotiate with qualified vendors for price, delivery and quality to establish contracts. Implement selective long term agreements based on vendor quality and value. Administer contracts throughout the life of the agreement including execution of change orders as needed, validating price/rate changes, monitoring KPIs, etc. Research market conditions and perform value and quality analysis of each requirement. Identify opportunities for Strategic Sourcing. Utilizing available tools, analyze procurement patterns based on volume and cost to establish strategic contracts to provide overall cost benefits.</li><li>
Assist in the maintenance of the vendor base by performing market analysis and research to evaluate and select new vendors. Perform all tasks associated with management of the vendor population, including but not limited to communication with new/potential vendors to discuss mutual interests and new opportunities. Actively participate in various vendor networking events. Participate in the evaluation and selection of potential suppliers through the pre-qualification and bidding process. Advise purchasing management and affected client groups of significant events affecting the normal supply of goods and services.</li><li>
Using strategic sourcing tools, solicit formal and informal supplier bids for materials and services based on procurement procedures. Analyze proposals and negotiate costs and terms &amp; conditions to award the business fairly. Maintain complete and orderly bid files and documentation. Maintain the highest of ethical standards</li><li>
Resolve a variety of purchasing issues/problems for both internal and external customers (i.e., unblock invoices to secure payment for vendors, provide expediting services as necessary, disputes for &quot;out of scope&quot; changes, etc).</li><li>
Support special projects in response to various customer and management requests for one-of-a-kind projects.</li><li>
Provides Procurement on-call support as necessary</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Duties II</b></h2></div></div></div><div></div><p>
Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Here are the incentives we offer:</b></p><ul><li>Remote Work options available for eligible positions</li><li>Options are department and/or location specific</li><li>9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)</li><li>Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees</li><li>Paid Vacation Time</li><li>Company-Paid Holidays</li><li>Caregiver Leave</li><li>Excellent 401(k) Match</li><li>Pension Plan</li><li>Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability</li><li>Medical, Dental, &amp; Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options</li><li>Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees</li><li>Healthy Rewards Program</li><li>Service Awards Program</li><li>Educational Assistance Plan</li><li>Dependent Children Scholarships</li><li>Reimbursement for Gym Membership</li><li>Employee Discount Programs</li><li>On-site Health Clinic (select locations)</li><li>On-site Cafeteria (select locations)</li><li>On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)</li><li>On-site Fitness Center (select locations)</li></ul><p><b><br>
PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS</b></p><p></p><p><br>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.</p><p>
Requisition ID - 1610</p></div>

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Team Gillman

<div><p><b>KBB Buyer / Acquisition &ndash; Automotive Dealership - North Houston Area</b></p>
<p>
At Team Gillman, we are a diverse community of people, all working together to make great things happen. We offer a professional environment with extensive training and growth that includes performance-based development. We are looking for individuals with interesting backgrounds who want to be a part of a rewarding, innovative and collaborative workplace. We truly believe that our team members are the driving force behind our success and are committed to delivering the greatest customer experience every day.</p>
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Job Responsibilities</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Set KBB appointments and coordinate with Used Car manager.</li>
<li>Follow the Team Gillman process and procedures for responding to all incoming internet (email), phone, text, and chat leads.</li>
<li>Manage task lists to ensure follow-up process is being executed on a daily basis.</li>
<li>Update KBB ICO data for executive management on google docs on a daily basis.</li>
<li>Actively search opportunities on 3rd party sites (Offer Up, Local Listings, Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, Autotrader, Cars.com, CarGurus, private sellers listings etc)</li>
<li>Follow up on trades from the dealership</li>
<li>Coordinate vehicle purchases/pickups with seller and Management on outside vehicle purchases</li>
<li>Learning, understanding and adhering to call and email scripts.</li>
<li>Active participation in department meetings and training.</li>
<li>Working together with a team to reach department and store goals.</li>
<li>Meeting with the manager regarding objectives, planned activities, reviews and analysis.</li>
<li>Must be available on Saturdays.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Qualifications/Requirements</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Valid Driver License</li>
<li>Self-motivated to exceed expectations and strive for excellence</li>
<li>Customer service experience a plus, will consider training the right candidate.</li>
<li>Highly proficient computer skills and navigating multiple internet sites including Social Media</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)</li>
<li>Professional, ethical, and respectful</li>
<li>Ability to respond to all personality types with professionalism.</li>
<li>We are looking for qualified, quality people who are ready to start their career within our family.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Benefits</b></p>
<p>
In addition to career-long personal development, our associates enjoy a number of benefits, including:</p>
<ul>
<li>Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)</li>
<li>401k Retirement savings plan with company match</li>
<li>Employee discounts</li>
<li>Drug Free Work Environment</li>
<li>Equal Opportunity Employer</li>
</ul>
<p><b>About Our Dealership </b><b><i>(Team Gillman)</i></b></p>
<p>
Since 1938 and with over 80 years of success, Team Gillman has been a family-owned and operated group of automobile dealerships. The business was founded by Frank Gillman when the first dealership opened on Milam Street in downtown Houston. Frank&rsquo;s son, Ramsay Gillman, continued and expanded the business his father started with a constant emphasis on customer service and satisfaction.</p>
<p>
Now, owned and operated by Ramsay&rsquo;s son Chris Gillman, Team Gillman has dealerships in Houston, Kingwood, Rosenberg and Clear Lake representing Acura, Honda, Subaru, Mazda Chevy and Volkswagen. Success has not altered the organization&rsquo;s founding principle. Every employee in every Team Gillman dealership knows customer service is paramount. And, they understand continued prosperity, as well as future growth, depends upon maintaining this long-established tradition of excellence.</p></div>

KBB Buyer / Acquisition – Automotive Dealership

Vestas

<p></p><div><div><p>This is a great opportunity to join the growing wind industry. Vestas is the world's largest wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States.</p></div><div><br>
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</div></div><div><p><b>Indirect Purchaser Specialist</b></p>
</div>
<div><p>The Purchaser Specialist is regionally responsible for managing Indirect suppliers in North America while collaborating closely with our global colleagues to procure the most competitive solutions for Vestas and our customers. They will collaborate with and engage cross-functional stakeholders to deliver high-quality procurement strategies while ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery.</p></div><div><br>
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</div></div><div><p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p>
</div>
<div><ul><li><p>Responsible for negotiating the business priorities of our stakeholders within the company that shape and define our North American strategy. Areas you could/will be engaged in are as follows: Business Services, Tooling, CAPEX, MRO, Digital/IT, EFM, Fleet</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Close collaboration with key local and global stakeholders including construction, service org, HR, factories, project management, engineering, quality, legal and supply chain to optimize cost competitiveness</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Directly manage new and existing regional supplier relationships and leverage internal stakeholder/category relationships to enhance global supplier partnerships</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Manage strategic purchasing initiatives and develop reporting materials (power point presentations, business cases, etc.)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Build supplier market intelligence and ensure that supply-base data is available to support business decisions</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Implement and manage all aspects of the supplier development, contracting and buy-to-pay processes, including proper risk management</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Be a point of escalation and resolution for scope-related supplier issues</p></li></ul><br>
</div>
<div></div><div><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p>
</div>
<div><ul><li><p>Bachelor's or Masters' degree in global supply chain management, engineering or other related business studies</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>2+ years' work experience in procurement or other related supply chain management field</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Experience gathering market intelligence (understanding/interest in global markets, material trends, politics, etc.)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Previous experience building business cases or strategies (for a category, commodity, piece of the supply chain or for a business unit, etc.)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Advanced MS Excel (minimum of pivot tables, v-look up, etc.)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Contract management experience</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Advanced negotiation experience for supplier negotiations (Leading negotiation experience is preferred)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Proficient interpersonal and stakeholder management skills</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Solution-oriented, problem solver</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Cross-cultural skills (will work as part of an international team)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to prioritize during urgent tasks</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>High-level business acumen (understanding of financial statements, cash flow, EBIT, inventory, etc.)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Project management skills</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Critical thinking skills</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Advanced ability to create and deliver presentations and business cases</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to work within a cross-functional team</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Candidate needs to be self-motivated, find opportunities, and have the ability to make independent decisions</p></li></ul><br>
</div>
<div></div><div><p><b>Competencies:</b></p>
</div>
<div><ul><li><p>Ability to work flexible hours and with variety of cultures (coordinating with various time zones)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to effectively lead a cross functional team that may include internal, external, domestic and international stakeholders</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to travel as business requires</p></li></ul><br>
</div>
<div> </div><div></div><div><p><b>What We Offer:</b></p>
</div>
<div><p>We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's largest wind turbine producer. We value initiative, collaboration, accountability, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a focus on sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues who support each other.</p>
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<div><ul><li><p>Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Generous Paid Time Off policies</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Great 401(k) plan (with employer match)</p>
</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Tuition assistance</p>
</li>
</ul></div><p>CCPA Notice for California Applicants</p>
<p></p>
<p><b>Our commitment to a fair hiring </b><br>
At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.</p>
<p><b>
DEIB Statement</b><br>
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, &quot;Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry&quot;. Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.</p>
<p><b>
BEWARE &ndash; RECRUITMENT FRAUD</b><br>
It has come to our attention that there are a number of fraudulent emails from people pretending to work for Vestas. Read more via this link, https://www.vestas.com/en/careers/our-recruitment-process</p>
<p><b>
About Vestas</b><br>
Vestas is the energy industry&rsquo;s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. <br>
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. <br>
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution &ndash; today, tomorrow, and far into the future. <br>
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. <br>
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.</p></div>

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