Senior Sourcing Specialist

Key Responsibilities

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

Executes the sourcing process and is able to effectively source segments and/or commodities with increasing complexity and medium value.

• Understands strategies for assigned segments or commodities and proactively drives initiatives to meet sourcing objectives. 
• Drives productivity opportunities with supply base to deliver value to the business. 
• Supports Category Managers during complex sourcing initiatives through data modeling and analysis, change management and new process execution. 
• Ensures high ethical and financial control compliance standards are met by the organization. 
• Maximizes revenue share and controls cost by responding to audits, surveys, or other information requests from internal and external sources. 
• Articulates LYB procurement policies and standards. Encourages and enforces compliance. Answers inquiries requiring interpretation of policies and contributes to a strong governance culture by complying with appropriate governance policies and procedures. 
• Works collaboratively with the Buyers in the implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives. 
• Develops and composes bid specification in such a manner that internal customer needs are addressed.
• Demonstrates the initiative to challenge inefficiencies, process deviations, and strategy deviations. 
• Understands strategies for assigned commodities and proactively drives initiatives to meet sourcing objectives 
• Assesses supplier capabilities thru KPI analysis and makes recommendations on supplier acceptability. Identifies and qualifies new suppliers as required. 

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred or recognized equivalent).
• 4+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
• Experience in raw materials sourcing (chemicals, polymers, feedstocks, or similar industries preferred).
• Strong background in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• English advanced
• Visa and Passport

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and category strategy development
• Advanced negotiation skills
• Supplier relationship management
• Market research and spend analytics
• Risk management and supply continuity planning
• Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder engagement
• Sustainability mindset and digital acumen
• Analytical thinking and proactive, self-driven execution

Competencies