Category Specialist, Marine Construction

Chevron • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Category Specialist, Marine Construction through April 15th, 2026, 11:59 PM. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Centralized Category ownership - Foster the full cycle Supply Chain Management (SCM) strategy development and execution for marine construction (SURF, pipelay, heavy lift), covering various offshore assets, projects, and decommissioning. Balance and execute the enterprise strategies with base business and project goals to optimize overall value / achievement of competitive performance for offshore marine construction activities. Build strong collaborative relationships across functions, assets, and key suppliers. Develop and execute joint strategic roadmaps with these functions and key suppliers as One Team to drive performance, innovation, and competitive outcomes. Establish and maintain commercial terms, rates, compensation methods, best practices, and market intelligence to ensure top quartile cost, schedule, reliability, and predictability. Required Qualifications: 10+ years of offshore/deepwater energy related experience 5+ years of supplier performance management experience Ability to understand, develop, and implement global portfolio strategies Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related area Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree of Business Administration or Engineering Experience in developing, negotiating, and administering large, complex contracts Ability to effectively communicate at varying organizational levels both internally and externally Relocation Options: Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters. International Considerations: Expatriate assignments will not be considered. Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position. U.S. Regulatory notice: Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [email protected]. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law. Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company's operations. Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.

Requirements

• 10+ years of offshore/deepwater energy related experience
• 5+ years of supplier performance management experience
• Ability to understand, develop, and implement global portfolio strategies
• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or related area

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree of Business Administration or Engineering
• Experience in developing, negotiating, and administering large, complex contracts
• Ability to effectively communicate at varying organizational levels both internally and externally

Responsibilities

• Centralized Category ownership - Foster the full cycle Supply Chain Management (SCM) strategy development and execution for marine construction (SURF, pipelay, heavy lift), covering various offshore assets, projects, and decommissioning.
• Balance and execute the enterprise strategies with base business and project goals to optimize overall value / achievement of competitive performance for offshore marine construction activities.
• Build strong collaborative relationships across functions, assets, and key suppliers.
• Develop and execute joint strategic roadmaps with these functions and key suppliers as One Team to drive performance, innovation, and competitive outcomes.
• Establish and maintain commercial terms, rates, compensation methods, best practices, and market intelligence to ensure top quartile cost, schedule, reliability, and predictability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees