Supervisor, Warehouse

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Responsible for managing and supervising the day-to-day evaluation, replenishment, and accuracy of materials inventory in accordance with site (LPO) and Corporate policies and procedures. 

Leads a team of five direct-report employees and eight indirect personnel while providing oversight of warehouse operations and inventory management activities. This role also assists in managing the warehouse cost center, ensuring effective utilization of resources, cost control, and operational efficiency. 

A Day in the Life

Manages five direct-report employees and provides leadership to eight to ten indirect personnel.  

Leads material strategy discussions and coordinates requirements with Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, and other plant disciplines.  

Drives strategic evaluation of inventory to identify obsolete materials and determine replacement or optimization opportunities.  

Manages the process for identifying and implementing warehouse reliability improvements and partners with Reliability to identify, inspect, and classify critical spare parts through the Annual Capital Review program.  

Evaluates and optimizes inventory levels to support long-term goals of inventory reduction while ensuring operational reliability.  

Ensures compliance with all annual physical inventory requirements, Materials Inventory Policies, and company procedures.  

Supports Material Coordinators in securing tools, materials, and services for high-priority and emergency work activities.  

Maintains ongoing coordination with Procurement to track and expedite critical material requirements.  

Oversees the procurement of stock materials utilizing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) processes.  

Leads the identification, tracking, and repair of inventory items to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) standards.  

Oversees analysis and processing of material master requests, including adding, changing, and deleting stock materials through Material Data Governance (MDG).  

Ensures efficient daily receiving, kitting, staging, and delivery of materials in accordance with schedules and MOWP processes and procedures.  

Manages all off-site inventory storage locations and associated material controls.  

Oversees kitting, staging, and zone storage processes supporting Operations and Maintenance activities.  

Manages the material repair process to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and inventory availability.  

Serves as the plant subject matter expert for SAP MM and acts as liaison to the Corporate Materials Management organization.  

Responsible for the management, inventory control, and infrastructure of the main warehouse and two satellite storage facilities 

Key Scope of Responsibility 

Direct Reports: 5 

Indirect Reports: 8-10 

Facilities Managed: Main warehouse plus 2 satellite inventory locations 

Systems: SAP MM, MRP, MDG 

Functional Areas: Warehouse Operations, Inventory Management, Critical Spares, Procurement Coordination, Material Repair, Kitting & Staging, Reliability Support 

You Bring This Value

High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in maintenance functions in petrochemical, refining, or similar industrial facility; or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in petrochemical, refining, or similar industrial facility 

Knowledge of Materials Inventory Industry Best Practices, Vendor Stocking, and Supply Chain Management  

Basic computer skills in applications such as Microsoft Office, Word and Excel. 
Knowledge of the SAP is required. 

Super User knowledge in the MM module of SAP is preferred.  

Must have excellent management /interaction skills to effectively manage the daily operations including customer relations. 

Experience required working with cross functional teams.

What We Offer

LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. Our Total Rewards package includes equitable and market-competitive base pay as well as locally relevant incentives, fostering a culture of pay-for-performance that recognizes both individual and company achievements. 

We extend the following benefits to *eligible employees: 

Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval. 

Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices. 

6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution 

5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual 

Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it. 

Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US. 

Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees. 

Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions. 

Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs. 

Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities. 

Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance. 

Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families. 

Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations. 

*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law. 

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