Senior Sourcing Specialist (m/f/d) Raw Material Procurement - APS Europe

Are you result oriented and willing to challenge the status quo? Welcome to LyondellBasell!

For our largest European production site in Wesseling/ Knapsack near Cologne, we are looking for a qualified

(Senior) Sourcing Specialist (m/f/d)
Raw Material Procurement - APS Europe

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Executes the sourcing process and is able to effectively source raw materials in such a manner that internal customer needs are addressed.
• Understands strategies for assigned categories and proactively drives initiatives to meet sourcing objectives.
• Preparation of sourcing initiatives through data modeling and analysis and execution of change management and implementation of new processes.
• Works collaboratively with stakeholders to understand demands and prepare demand forecasts 
• Performs spend analysis by collecting and analyzing spend data
• 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.
• Works collaboratively with the stakeholders in the implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Demonstrates the initiative to challenge inefficiencies, process deviations, and strategy deviations.
• Identifies and select suppliers who prioritize sustainability practices, contribution to our company´s commitment to environmental and social responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (Master’s degree is a plus)
• Experience in Business related positions required
• Several or first years of chemical or related industry experience and knowledge related to purchasing and materials management is preferred
• Good MS-Office skills, SAP of advantage
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a global team 
• Good English skills required
• Negotiations and contract experience preferred 

What makes us attractive – your perspectives?

• Attractive compensation with thirteenth monthly salary
• Global bonus program
• Various work schedules and mobile working
• 30 days vacation and other time off options
• Wide range of further training opportunities through the LYB University
• Additional long-term care insurance (CareFlex)
• Company pension scheme
• Urban Sports Club membership
• Company medical department including physiotherapy practice on site
• Canteen on site
• Employee discounts

Interested ?

Register your CV and apply via our online portal by clicking on the “apply” button. Please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Team  at karriere@lyondellbasell.com for more details.

We are LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) – 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.

LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. 

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