Inland Logistics and Global Packaging Procurement - Brussels, België - Solvay

Solvay

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Brussels, België

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Geplaatst door:

Sophie Dubois

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Beschrijving

Solvay is a science company whose technologies bring benefits to many aspects of daily life.

Our purpose—we bond people, ideas, and elements to reinvent progress—is a call to go beyond, to reinvent future forms of progress, and to create sustainable shared value for all through the power of science.

In a world facing an ever-growing population and quest for resources, we aim to be the driving force triggering the next breakthroughs to enable humanity to advance while protecting the planet we all share.

We bond with customers and partners to address today's and tomorrow's megatrends.

As a global leader in Materials, Chemicals, and Solutions, Solvay brings advancements in planes, cars, batteries, smart and medical devices, and water and air treatment, to solve critical industrial, social, and environmental challenges.

You can count on our innovative solutions to contribute to a safer, cleaner, and more sustainable future.

We are looking for

An Inland Logistics and Global Packaging Procurement Manager to be in charge of the development, management, review, and implementation of the Logistics Procurement strategies in the EMEA region

We count on you to

Create and manage logistics category strategies for the Inland Logistics EMEA and Global Packaging procurement activities
Jointly, with the global team of category buyers, conduct key negotiations with Global Packaging EMEA Inland Logistics suppliers to create a competitive advantage for the GBUs
Be responsible for and drive the continuous improvement of resources and processes relating to global Packaging and EMEA inland logistics procurement
Ensure close collaboration with the GBUs and proactively provide regular market intelligence updates to the GBU Supply Chain and Commercial Leadership teams
Be responsible for Risk Management (Financial risk, HSE risks, etc.) of selected LSPs to ensure ontime and safe delivery to end customers as well as the security of Solvay's products/shipments during transport. Also responsible for the lead and communication of a Risk Management Action Plan when required or internal audits
Ensure that LSP's logistics performance meets GBU requirements as well as changing environmental, regulatory, and technological changes
Ensure close collaboration with the HOPs, the Regional procurement team leads, and other internal stakeholders such as the Transformation Center

You can count on us for
Value for you

Working closely with Global Business Units (GBUs) and external Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) you will achieve a competitive advantage for Solvay with a strong focus on Cost (balancing operational efficiencies)
You will also be responsible for improving associated Logistics Procurement and Management processes to enhance Solvay's overall service performance as well as managing and developing, relationships with GBUs and external LSPs whilst proactively interacting with all levels of operational and strategic management

You will bring
Education and experience

Master's Degree in Procurement, Business, Finance, Economics, or Supply Chain or equivalent by experience
12 years of experience in Logistics Procurement is a plus
At least 5 years of experience in the chemical or refinery industries
Business or commercial experience in conducting procurement negotiations, maintaining optimal business relationships, and establishing strategic alliances
Experience negotiating highlevel contracts for logistics

Technical skills

Fluency in English and French is mandatory. Any other language is a plus
Negotiation
Business analysis
Ability to manage an international and remote team
Analytical and administrative skills
Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
SAP
E-Sourcing tools
Analytical acumen

You will get

16 or more weeks of maternity/paternity and coparenting leave, according to local regulations
Training platform for all employees
Free language courses (24 languages available)
Free wellbeing sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information

Locations: Brussels, Belgium
It may require traveling
Hybrid work model

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**Solvay's purpose is to bond people, ideas, and elements to reinvent progress. We can only fulfill this purpose with a diverse workforce that feels respected and appreciated and has equal opportunities to work, grow, and thrive. Our differences, visible or not, are valued. As Solvay seeks to promote unity and not uniformity, we invite you - regardless of background, age, gender, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability, or identity - to consider a future with us.