Sr. Regional Sourcing Specialist

LyondellBasell

Basic Function

In alignment with Category Management, develops procurement strategies for regionally specific categories and tail spend initiatives to support company operationsNegotiates and implements multi-site or national sourcing strategiesUtilizes comprehensive and systemic market analysis to achieve lowest total cost and best total value to the companyCollaborate with manufacturing to assist in the achievement of site and business objectivesExecute the RFP/tender process, manage contract negotiations, work with LYB Legal to execute new LYB approved AgreementsFacilitate discussions with stakeholders and suppliers to ensures technical requirements are metResponsible for tracking multiple KPI related to stakeholder engagement, strategy implementation, change management, spend analysis and operational progress on procurement execution

Roles & Responsibilities

Obtains and analyzes spend data/trends to identify and develop strategic sourcing initiatives Assesses risks and develops models associated with supply and technical complianceEnsures the deployment of strategic purchasing plans driven by Global Procurement and Manufacturing objectivesMaintains focus on added value, total cost of ownership and cost savingsImplements KPIs to measure performance level of the sourcing strategies and supplier effectivenessMaintain contract ownership of delegated outline agreements and manage accordinglyPromotes excellent working relationships with internal stakeholders and other supporting departmentsCollaborates with site-based Procurement Specialists and corporate Category Managers in the implementation of sourcing initiativesMaintain awareness of changing commodity-related business trends and the possible impact to the companySupport supplier continuous improvement initiatives including efforts to resolve supplier and site issues/disputesExecute effective Supplier Relationship Management by building relationships with LYB business partners that help LYB achieve our goalsDevelops effective working relationships with and routinely meets with site stakeholders on-site at the LYB Manufacturing facilities in the region

Min. Qualifications

Bachelor's degree requiredProcurement/Supply Chain experience required5+ years of related sourcing experience in the Chemical or Oil & Gas industry

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree preferredExperience using SAP ERP system preferredManagement experience preferred

Competencies

Collaborates

Cultivates innovation

Customer focus

Demonstrates courage

Drives results

Ensures accountability

Instills trust and exemplifies integrity

We are LyondellBasell – a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. As one of the world’s largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @ LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.

Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.

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