Operational Procurement Lead

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 Operational Procurement Lead.

About The Role
Ensures efficient, compliant and reliable execution of operational procurement activities for the INEOS O&P EU Belgian Sites (Geel, Lillo, NOH) Leads and develops the Operational Procurement team ensuring consistent, high-quality Procure-to-Pay (P2P) execution, data accuracy in line with INEOS governance and systems Focuses on an efficient (lean), day-to-day procurement execution, process adherence and continuous improvement, supplier follow-up, KPI reporting and issue resolution, safeguarding operational continuity Ensures full compliance with INEOS Policies, processes, procedures and procurement Governance and legal requirements Responsibilities Leadership and People Management Setting daily/weekly priorities for the Operational procurement team Coach, guide, and develop team members to strengthen their procurement knowledge/expertise Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve operational excellence and satisfaction of stakeholders Ensuring the team applies procurement governance, templates, procedures, tools, IGGNs and HSSE standards Procure to Pay (P2P) Owns and drives the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process Ensure efficient and compliant P2P execution, using SAP, e-catalogues (GEP) and standard processes Monitors working-capital impact, payment terms and supplier adherence Manage and monitor procurement team operational KPI's performance Drive automation, data quality and reduction of manual transactions Resolve supply, delivery and invoice issues to protect operations and business continuity Supplier & Delivery Management (Operational Focus) Ensures reliable and timely delivery of goods and services to support site operations Monitors supplier performance on delivery, responsiveness and reliability Resolves operational supplier issues in collaboration with stakeholders Supports supplier onboarding and qualification processes Governance & Continuous Improvement Drive improvements in processes, tools, digitalisation and data quality Maintain audit readiness and complete documentation procurement activities Promotes compliance and process discipline across the procurement team by acting as a role model for integrity, compliance and professional procurement conduct Monitors operational KPIs (P2P cycle time, Automation rate, Data quality, OTIF, Forecast & transaction accuracy) and identifies inefficiencies and implements improvement actions Profile Level Of Education & Experience Master's degree in Procurement, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or equivalent by experience Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM or equivalent) are preferred 5+ years' experience in a Procurement Leadership role in industrial or petrochemical industry Experience with operational procurement tools, systems and process Demonstrated delivery of cost improvements and strong governance compliance Technical Skills Expert knowledge of operational procurement and contract management tools Understanding of technical equipment, materials and services in a chemical plant context Strong analytical ability (cost models, benchmarking, supplier risk) SAP MM and MS Office proficiency; GEP is a plus Deep knowledge of procurement and contract management with advanced commercial and negotiation capabilities Local language and fluent in English, ability in other European languages is an advantage Behavioral Skills Capable of coaching, guiding and developing team members towards strong delivery performance Communicates clearly, concisely and confidently with different audiences and uses facts and data to strengthen messages Makes balanced, risk-aware decisions based on evidence, business impact and HSSE requirements Influences stakeholders effectively by anticipating concerns, presenting strong arguments and guiding discussions to alignment Builds constructive, trust-based relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, even in challenging situations Proactive, reliable, resilient and able to manage multiple priorities Comfortable with ambiguity and able to drive action and achieve results even in times of uncertainty, under changing priorities or time pressure Acts with integrity, resilience and a strong compliance mindset Commercially astute with excellent stakeholder management Team-oriented, resilient and integrity-driven

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 € 101.181 and € 153.234 (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.