- Location
- Makati City Chevron 6750 Office, Philippines
- Type
- Full-time
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Total Number of Openings
1Leads end-to-end contract management from pre-award through post-award activities. Demonstrates expertise in developing scopes of work, defining contracting strategies, conducting competitive bidding processes, selecting compensation structures, negotiating commercial terms, mitigating contractual risks and claims, executing agreements, and managing contract performance throughout the contract lifecycle.About Us
Chevron is a leading multinational energy company with operations in over 180 countries. Founded in 1879, Chevron has a rich history of innovation and growth, making significant contributions to the global energy landscape.
Chevron markets Caltex® fuels, lubricants and other petroleum products in the Philippines. Our network of service stations, terminals and sales offices forms the backbone of our presence in the Philippines.
In March 2020, Chevron sold its 45% non-operated interest in the Malampaya natural gas field. This was the first natural gas development and largest industrial project in the Philippines.
From the Philippines, we provide operational support for Chevron offices on five continents. The workforce supplies transactional, processing and consulting services in areas ranging from finance to information technology.
Chevron operates through two subsidiaries in the Philippines. Our Downstream company is Chevron Philippines Inc. We also operate a business processes support organization through Chevron Holdings Inc.
There are two Chevron companies operating in the Philippines: Chevron Holdings Incorporated (CHI) and Chevron Philippines Incorporated (CPI).
CHI is a shared services center providing transactional, processing, and consulting services in the areas of finance and accounting, information technology, supply chain management, human resources, downstream customer service and marketing. Established in 1998, CHI serves Chevron affiliates in six continents around the world. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the leading members of the shared services industry in the Philippines.
CHI has received various recognitions as a top employer: the 2024 Circle of Excellence for CSR Company of the Year; 2024 Top 10 Fortune 500 companies; 2023 HR Asia best companies; 2022 Diversity Company of the Year; 2021 Asia’s Best Employer Brand Award; 2021 Global Best Employer Brand Award; 2020 HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia; 2019 Circle of Excellence, Top Employer Category at Asia CEO Awards, and the 2018 Wellness Company of the Year at the same Asia CEO Awards.
CPI markets the Caltex brand of top-quality fuels, lubricants, and petroleum products through a network of service stations, terminals and sales offices.
At Chevron, we believe humanity can solve any challenge – including meeting the world’s energy needs of today, while advancing a cleaner energy tomorrow.
CPI markets the Caltex brand of top-quality fuels, lubricants, and petroleum products through a network of service stations, terminals and sales offices.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for Category Specialist. This role will be based in 6750 Building, Makati City, Philippines.
This position is part of Chevron's Global Business Services (GBS) Source to Contract (S2C) organization and is responsible for leading end-to-end contracting activities across the contract lifecycle, from strategy development and sourcing through contract execution and post-award management. The role partners closely with business stakeholders, category managers, and contracting teams to develop and execute contracting strategies that support business objectives and optimize value.
The position serves as a subject matter expert in pre-award contracting and post-award contract management, providing guidance on contracting risk, commercial terms, negotiations, compensation models, supplier due diligence, and contract administration. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, developing and reviewing scopes of work, managing supplier communications, supporting sourcing events, administering contracts, and driving documented savings through effective commercial negotiations.
Success in this role requires strong analytical and strategic thinking, excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, deep contracting expertise, proficiency in digital procurement platforms (e.g., Smart by GEP, Ariba, SAP), and the ability to mentor less experienced contracting professionals while continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes and leverage technology.
About You
We know our greatest resource is the ingenuity, creativity and innovation of our people. Applications from motivated and talented individuals with a keen interest in the energy industry are encouraged.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, Economics, or related field.
minimum 6 years of experience in sourcing, contracting, commercial negotiations, RFX management, and post-award contract management (or 10+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree).
Proven ability to lead supplier negotiations and perform commercial and technical analyses to achieve optimal business outcomes.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Proficiency in Smart by GEP/Ariba and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Oil & Gas, manufacturing, or similar industries.
Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse, cross-functional teams and navigate ambiguity.
Expertise in contracting for engineering, professional, logistics, marketing, maintenance, and operational services.
Critical Selection Criteria:
Contract formulation, administration, and negotiation experience: Demonstrated experience in pre and post award contracting processes. Fluency with Legal Terms & Conditions, stakeholder engagement, and commercial negotiations. Demonstrated ability to collaborate in the development of contracting strategies across near and long-term milestone time horizons. Effective with contracting issue resolution by coordinating joint efforts between legal, suppliers and affected business partners.
People Skill and Teamwork: Strong oral and written communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a multi-discipline environment. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment to build consensus and negotiate win-win solutions with suppliers. Good organizational skills.
Business acumen and critical thinking: Ability to use business knowledge and critical thinking skills to work with ambiguity and make effective business decisions.
P/SCM systems and tools knowledge: Proficient in Smart by GEP/Ariba to manage contracts and perform sourcing activities. Able to perform contract analysis (spend analysis, price benchmarking, etc.) using MS Excel. Proficient in using MS Office to effectively track T&Cs changes/agreements. Use MS Powerpoint to build decision support packages. Open to adapt to and learn new systems and tools.
Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way (https://www.chevron.com/about/the-chevron-way). At the heart of The Chevron Way is our vision to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnership, and performance.
Participate in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing workplace.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Allowances, medical and optical reimbursements
Health care coverage for you and your eligible dependents
Robust employee centered programs for health and wellness
Time-off to promote healthy work-life balance or to care for your family
Annual corporate incentive bonus when the company meets established goals
Recognition & awards program
Life insurance
Career development opportunities to all employees through onboarding, training and development, mentoring, volunteering opportunities and employee networking groups
At Chevron, we are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion at all levels of our company and at all stages of the employee experience. We constantly strive to attract, develop and retain diverse Filipino talent. Globally, Chevron Corporation has achieved a rating of 100 percent in the Human Rights Campaign Equality Index for the past 17 years. The Index ranks American companies based on their commitment to equality in the workplace.
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