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LyondellBasell's Global Procurement and Utilities group (GPU) facilitates supply solutions globally for LyondellBasell. GPU manages supplier relationships to provide value to our internal stakeholders in the acquisition of materials, services, and utilities. The ESS Buyer is responsible for the purchase of commodities and services in a timely and efficient manner in accordance with approved strategy and per Delegation of Authority rules and other company policies and procedures.

1. Monitor progress to ensure that the material and equipment ordered is delivered on time and take appropriate action in the event of slippage.
2. Liaise closely with other expediters, contractor coordinators, and other personnel to ensure the most cost-effective use of their time.
3. Act as client's representative on all aspects of purchase order expediting.
4. Deliver expediting support in a safe, timely, and cost-effective manner, in line with contractual requirements as per agreed client processes.
5. Monitor all purchase orders to ensure contractual delivery dates are maintained.
6. Exercise independent judgment in performing assigned tasks and ensure relevant information is communicated to internal stakeholders (Engineering, Material Control, Planning, and Procurement).
7. Obtain weekly and/or bi-weekly progress reports on material/equipment packages.
8. Participate in meetings and teleconferences to review the status of critical Purchase Orders.
9. Expedite requisite documents from material/equipment suppliers in support of engineering progress and release of holdbacks to facilitate purchase order closeout.
10. Interface between engineering, construction, procurement, suppliers, and clients for all issues related to equipment, materials, and document delivery status.
11. Ensure all applicable client processes and management systems are adhered to.
12. Track and report material delivery status as required.
13. Balance and prioritize multiple requests simultaneously.
14. Demonstrate out-of-the-box solutions for material challenges.
15. Support achievement of the capital plan and help meet in-service dates.
16. Willingness to work as necessary to accomplish tight timetable deliverables.
17. Serve as a cross-functional interface between teams to bridge and solve conflicts to deliver timely solutions.
18. Establish clear two-way communication with stakeholders located remotely in various NA sites to fully understand their requirements and scope of work requested.
19. Ensure strict adherence to Procurement strategy achieving maximum overall cost effectiveness within a country or regional basis.
20. Be a subject matter expert for SAP procurement processes and systems, knowledgeable with Ariba.

1. Technical Diploma, Business/Commerce Degree, or an Engineering Degree preferred, but not required. Concentration or specialization in supply chain management is a plus.
2. Preferable professional expediting experience.
3. Approachable, good communicator, team player, able to effectively interface with key client stakeholders including engineering, procurement, quality, logistics, as well as supplier personnel.
4. Experience using SAP ERP system for procurement processes, as well as Ariba, is preferred.
5. Advanced written and spoken English communication skills.
6. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
7. Buying experience is a plus, but not mandatory.

1. Build Partnerships
2. Deliver Results
3. Drive Innovation
4. Grow Capabilities
5. Promote Inclusion
6. Motivational/Cultural Fit
7. Technical Skills

We offer an environment where we encourage personal and professional growth and where you will be rewarded for your performance and results. You will have the possibility to work with specialists in all fields to develop innovative solutions and to extend your national and international network. In addition, we offer you a competitive salary and benefits package. The Company's Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees the option to work up to three days a week from home. LyondellBasell is committed to advancing diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) to ensure a positive experience for all employees.

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