Regional Sourcing Specialist

Basic Function

LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) is one of the world’s largest plastics, chemical and refining companies and a member of the S&P 500. LyondellBasell (www.lyondellbasell.com) manufactures products at 55 sites in 17 countries. LyondellBasell products and technologies are used to make items that improve the quality of life for people around the world including; packaging, electronics, automotive parts, home furnishings, construction materials and
biofuels.

• In alignment with Category Management, develop procurement strategies for regionally specific categories and tail spend initiatives to support company operations. 
• Negotiates and implements multi-site or national sourcing strategies. Utilizes comprehensive and systemic market analysis to achieve lowest total cost and best value to the company. 
• Collaborate with manufacturing to assist in the achievement of site objectives.
• Execute the RFP/tender process, manage terms and condition negotiations. 
• Facilitate discussions with stakeholders and suppliers to ensures technical requirements are met. 
• Responsible for tracking multiple KPI related to stakeholder engagement, strategy implementation, change management, spend analysis and operational progress on procurement execution.

Roles & Responsibilities

Activities and duties will vary dependent upon functional area assigned. Activities may include, but are not limited to:

• Analyzes spend data/trends to identify and develop strategic sourcing initiatives. Assesses risks and develops models associated with supply and technical compliance.
• Ensures the deployment of strategic purchasing plans driven by Global Procurement and Manufacturing objectives. 
• Maintains focus on added value, total cost of ownership and cost savings. Implements KPIs to measure performance level of the sourcing strategies and supplier effectiveness. 
• Maintain contract ownership of delegated outline agreements and manage accordingly. 
• Promotes excellent working relationships with internal stakeholders and other supporting departments. 
• Collaborates with Procurement Specialists in the implementation of sourcing initiatives.
• Maintain awareness of changing commodity-related business trends and the possible impact to the company.
• Support supplier continuous improvement initiatives including efforts to resolve supplier and site issues/disputes.

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Min. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Procurement/Supply Chain experience required. 
• 5+ years of chemical or Oil & Gas experience preferred.
• Experience using SAP ERP system preferred. 

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Up to 25% 

Preferred Qualifications

Competencies