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ValeroManager Regional Optimization Planning
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LocationUS-TX-San Antonio
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenNov 7, 2026 · 21h ago
Verified live21h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Bachelor's or higher level degree in Engineering required
10 years of experience in the Refining, Petrochemical, or related industry, required
All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card
Master's degree in Business Administration, preferred
Linear Program (i.e. AspenTech PIMS/Spiral Suite) experience, preferred
Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location, required
Skills
Linear Program
AspenTech PIMS/Spiral Suite
LP model
Benefits
401(k)
Pension
Health insurance
Wellness programs
Onsite childcare
Onsite medical center
Onsite pharmacy
Onsite fitness center
Onsite cafeteria
About the company
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.
About the role
As a Manager Regional Optimization Planning you will develop and implement feedstock supply strategies to maximize Valero profitability. This role utilizes a linear program (LP) model or other suitable economic analysis to assess selection of the most profitable feedstock. The Manager Regional Optimization Planning serves as a liaison to the refinery planning engineer located at each refinery to ensure inventory positions, future consumption rates, and refinery capacity assumptions are consistent with refinery operations expectations and capabilities. The role communicates feedstock requirements to the Crude and Feedstock Traders and provides alternative grade economics, and initiates approval for new crude grades.
Responsibilities
At Valero, we are committed to advancing the future of energy through innovation, ingenuity and unmatched execution. You can help achieve this goal if you can:
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Identify and execute strategy to supply feedstock which maximizes profitability for the Valero refining system.
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Perform a daily review of refinery operations (unit rates, key process variables, lab data, and refinery yields).
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Facilitate daily/weekly teleconferences to review operations, weekly economics, and feedstock positions with refinery planning team.
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Run individual refinery LP models for evaluation of crude economics.
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Develop and presents monthly feedstock strategy to upper management.
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Maintain clear understanding of feedstock purchase requirements and communicates those requirements to Traders.
This position is salaried exempt status, which means you are not eligible for overtime pay.
Minimum Requirements:
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Bachelor’s or higher level degree in Engineering required.
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10 years of experience in the Refining, Petrochemical, or related industry, required.
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Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location, required.
Preferred Requirements:
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Master’s degree in Business Administration, preferred.
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Linear Program (i.e. AspenTech PIMS/Spiral Suite) experience, preferred.
Benefits
Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
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Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
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100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
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Company-sponsored Pension Plan
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Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs
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Onsite Daycare Center
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Onsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers (Physician & Pediatrician)
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Onsite Pharmacy
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State-of-the-art 24-hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball Facilities
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Onsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch
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Sprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking trails
Benefits described above are highlights only, subject to an employee’s eligibility and work location.
Legal
All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic.
Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Valero’s employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers.
Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.
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