INEOS is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, specialty chemicals and oil products, with revenues of around $60 billion. It comprises 36 businesses, each with a substantial heritage in the chemical industry. The production network spans 194 sites in 29 countries worldwide, employing around 21,000 people.
Our O&P Europe business unit, is responsible for the development and growth of the High Density Polyethylene and Polypropylene markets for INEOS.
For our procurement service team (Lillo, Geel and Neder-Over-Heembeek), we are looking for a Chemicals and Packaging Buyer.
About the role
- Ensures the compliant, reliable and cost-effective supply of Chemicals & Catalysts and Packaging materials for the O&P EU Belgian Sites
- Is a key position for the Chemicals and Packaging procurement area supporting the Belgian site operations in the day-to-day procurement activities by ensuring accurate purchase-to-pay (P2P) execution, timely and compliant purchase order processing, supplier data maintenance, operational & trials support and reporting on site chemical and packaging related KPIs and forecast accuracy
- Ensures supply continuity for internal stakeholders and contributes to safe and reliable plant operations through strong process discipline and compliance with INEOS policies, processes, procedures and procurement governance & legal requirements
Responsibilities
Procure to Pay (P2P)
- Create and follow-up with high accuracy contracts in SAP
- Resolve invoice discrepancies and support Accounts Payable with issue clarification
- Maintain accurate supplier-, material-, contract- and master data in SAP and all procurement systems
- Document lessons learned and support continuous improvement initatives
Supplier & Contract Management
- Support Procurement Specialist Chemicals & Packaging with contract drafting, reviews and renewals by collecting information and preparing documentation
- Supports trials and quality issues, serving as the liaison between site operations, NOH, and suppliers
- Monitor savings, supplier KPIs & service levels, working capital impacts and contract validity & documentation completeness for the Belgian Sites
- Support Supplier onboarding processes and pre-qualification checks
HSSE Responsibilities
- Apply and embed INEOS HSSE policies and safety requirements in all procurement activities
- Support supplier HSSE qualification and performance evaluations
- Ensure procurement activities comply with Life Saving Rules and other applicable safety requirements
Profile
Level of education & experience
- Professional education in Business, Procurement, Science, Supply Chain or equivalent by experience
- 0–3 years experience in procurement operations (P2P/S2C), administration or supply chain
Technical skills
- Basic knowledge of procurement processes, P2P controls and documentation
- Ability to manage supplier and contract data accurately
- SAP MM, MDG and MS Office proficiency; experience with GEP is a plus
- Fluent in Dutch and English; French/German beneficial
Behavioral skills
- Communicates clearly, concisely and confidently with different audiences and uses facts and data
- Strong organisation and prioritisation skills
- Demonstrate a high attention to detail, accuracy and discipline in procurement procedures, systems, tools and data
- Proactive approach to issue resolution
- Compliance-minded, resiliant and acts with integrity & reliability
What we offer
A challenging role in a stimulating and technologically advanced environment that ranks among the absolute world leaders in its sector. This naturally comes with a competitive compensation package. This position is classified within a salary scale with a gross annual salary between € 68.821 and € 103.224 (incl. year-end bonus and holiday pay). Positioning within this scale is based on relevant professional experience, technical expertise, specialization, and the scope and complexity of responsibilities.
Possible additional benefits include:
- Meal vouchers worth €10.
- Option of a lease car ór company car (depending on work location).
- Extensive pension plan.
- Extensive health insurance for you and your family.
- A flexible income plan.
- Flat-rate expense allowance.
- 20 statutory leave days, 10 public holidays, plus additional days such as ADV days and CAO days.
- Flexible working hours to ensure work-life balance.
- All the tools you need to do your job well, such as a laptop, phone, and subscription.
- INEOS collective bonus scheme.
- Training opportunities for your development.
Interested? Apply today!
INEOS is committed to diversity and inclusion in recruitment. We look for talent regardless of gender, age, origin, background, or belief — reflecting the diverse society we operate in.