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 Technical Buyer.
About the role
- Ensures efficient, compliant, reliable and cost-effective supply of goods and services for the O&P EU Belgian Sites by executing sourcing activities, managing RFx events, coordinating supplier interactions, and ensuring accurate and timely procurement processes
- Acting as Material Group Champion and single point of contact for lower-complexity and lower-criticality categories
- Provides operational procurement support for CAPEX, REVEX and TAR activities, ensuring business continuity and contributing to safe, efficient and reliable plant operations
- Ensures full compliance with INEOS Policies, processes, procedures and procurement Governance and legal requirements
Responsibilities
Source to Contract
- Challenge specifications, scopes of work and requirements to support cost-effective sourcing
- Collect and structure input from stakeholders for technical and commercial bid comparisons
- Execute RFx processes (RFI/RFQ/RFP) following the provided procurement strategy including preparation, issuing, communication with bidders and coordination of evaluations
- Execute and support negotiations by preparing data, identifying deviations, and ensuring complete documentation
- Act as the recognised knowledge owner and go-to specialist for assigned material groups
- Ensure supplier pre-qualification, HSSE checks and risk assessments are performed according to procedures
- Negotiate commercial and contractual terms to secure best-value outcomes
Procure to Pay (P2P)
- Align procurement deliverables with contracting schedules and budgets
- Ensure timely creation and follow-up of purchase orders and contracts in SAP
- Follow up deliveries, resolve issues, coordinate with the warehouse and stakeholders to ensure business continuity
Supplier & Contract Management
- Support contract drafting, reviews and renewals by collecting information and preparing documentation
- Follow up supplier performance, escalate issues, and coordinate corrective actions
- Monitor savings, supplier KPIs and working capital impacts
- Monitor contract execution, expiry dates, service levels and compliance with HSSE and contractual requirements
HSSE Responsibilities
- Apply and embed INEOS HSSE policies in all procurement activities
- Support supplier and contractor HSSE qualification and performance evaluations
- Contribute to the safe execution of work by suppliers supporting critical site activities
Profile
Level of education & experience
- Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or equivalent by experience
- Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM or equivalent) are an advantage
- 3+ years' experience in Procurement in an industrial environment or the (petro)chemical industry
- Experience with RFx execution, operational negotiations and P2P processes
- Demonstrated delivery of cost improvements and strong governance compliance
Technical skills
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes and procedures
- Ability to execute complete RFx cycles and prepare bid comparisons
- Understanding of technical equipment, materials and services in a chemical plant context
- SAP MM and MS Office proficiency; 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 to strengthen messages
- Makes balanced decisions based on evidence, business impact and HSSE requirements
- Builds constructive, trust-based relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, even in challenging situations
- Works proactively, structured and reliably under changing priorities or time pressure
- Acts with integrity, resilience and a strong compliance mindset
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 € 65.126 and € 97.696 (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.