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LyondellBasell

Business Consultant II

LyondellBasell, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Supply Chain is a customer-focused Center of Excellence providing industry-leading service while delivering differential value to the business, today and into the future. We separate our Supply Chain functions into several areas; these include logistics, customer fulfillment, services, trade compliance, and support for business processes and systems. As a member of our dynamic Supply Chain team, you will play a critical role in helping us supply our products to a global customer base. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting one or more strategic facets within the Supply Chain Services organization, providing direction and leadership to high priority Supply Chain projects. During a typical day, you will primarily interact with mid to upper level management within Supply Chain to build value cases and lead execution for strategic initiatives. This position reports to the Supply Chain Services Manager and is located at our North American Headquarters in Downtown Houston. The position offers a competitive base salary, bonus, 401K matching, generous benefits package, pension plan, parking subsidy and employee discounts. Responsibilities

Manage relationships with Supply Chain leadership to identify and implement process improvements and potential solutions Serve as a team lead by teaching and growing capabilities within the team Contribute independently with regards to process improvements and solutions, driving self and a team to results Act as a main point of contact for Supply Chain leadership and business counterparts regarding Business Analytics initiatives Partner with senior management to identify, assess, and mitigate Supply Chain risks Proactively work with all parts of Supply Chain to identify areas for process improvement and potential solutions. Perform cost-benefit analysis on potential solutions, provide Business Justification, present results to Supply Chain Leadership Demonstrate the ability to consult effectively with other internal functional areas and external consultancies to identify opportunities, frameworks and resources that maximize Supply Chain’s performance towards goals/objectives Act as an expert for analytical processes and strategies that span across all supported businesses. Drive change management for process improvement solutions with Supply Chain, cross-functional departments, and external partners. Serve as the direct point of contact when cross-departmental initiatives require Supply Chain's input. Lead cross-functional teams in assessing risks and developing alternate solutions Operate with a solution-oriented mindset with regard to process improvements; Lead change implementation for extended system improvements or other Supply Chain Services projects. Model LyondellBasell core competencies with internal and external customers Provide guidance and support to the Business Analyst. This role regularly participates in discussions that require a high level of confidentiality Min. Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years’ relevant, industry-related experience. Must possess excellent communication, organization, and facilitation skills with a focus on results, customer service and change management. The ideal candidate will possess excellent troubleshooting skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively, with a high degree of confidentiality. A Bachelor’s degree is required. Will consider candidates with a High School Diploma that have at least 10 years’ relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree. Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be an advanced user in Excel; Advanced skills in BI preferred but not required. Able to maintain professionalism and prioritize responsibilities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable knowledge in Project Management. Interpersonal and negotiation skills centered on innovation and problem solving are key for this role. Comfortable manipulating and analyzing data, as well as making recommendations and decisions based on data. Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with extended tools. Experience with ERP software such as SAP is strongly desired. Company Overview

We are LyondellBasell – 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 unlock value for our customers, investors and society. 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 Industries NV is a Dutch-domiciled multinational chemical company with American and British roots, incorporated in the Netherlands, with US operations headquarters in Houston, Texas, and offices in London, UK.

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