Procurement Manager

Basic Function

LyondellBasell’s Global Procurement function facilitates supply solutions globally for the company. We manage
supplier relationships to provide value to our stakeholders in the acquisition of materials, services and integrated
business solutions.  The position offers a competitive base salary, bonus, 401K matching, generous benefits package, pension plan
and employee discounts.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Ensures high ethical standards are met by self and the organization within area of responsibility.
• Do work in compliance with all LYB policies, standards, rules and procedures.
• Manages and develops team to become “best in class” to provide timely acquisition of raw materials related at best total cost of ownership within specified time frame.
• Coaches, develops, and motivates employees through formal and informal processes including dialogs, staff meetings, skill gap analysis, training and coaching.
• Supervises and develops Buyers and Sourcing Specialists to meet efficiency and KPI targets.
• Holds regular business reviews with the business leadership teams and provides report of the function performance to all relevant business managers.
• Understand Business/Operations/Manufacturing needs and ensures that goals are aligned with company goals, business drivers, and functional goals.
• Accountable for contracts in area of responsibility including sourcing plans, strategy implementation and change management.
• Maintains focus on value added activities and able to identify and implement alternative, innovative, and creative solutions to drive best total cost of ownership.
• Capable of balancing cost saving opportunity with risk mitigation.

Min. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (or recognized equivalent).
• 8+ years related experience required with a degree (10+ years in lieu of a degree);
• 3+ years of chemical or oil & gas experience and knowledge related to purchasing and materials management is required.
• 5+ years of experience in raw materials or Business-related positions.
• Advanced knowledge and ability to apply the concepts of general business systems, personnel management, team dynamics, purchasing management, concepts of strategic planning and sourcing, performance measurements, and management through systems at local teams and sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred (or recognized equivalent).
• Strong leadership skills
• Managerial experience
• Business acumen
• Drive for results and strives for excellence Impact and influence
• Strategic thinking

Competencies