Supply Chain Manager

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for end-to-end supply chain, distribution and logistics.

Primary accountabilities of the role are described below:
Accountability 1: Drive SHE Excellence

Most important activities:

• Promote the 20 principles of process and Behavioral safety and adhere to life-saving rules
• Report incidents, near misses, and hazard identifications, and lead investigations onsite with appropriate conclusions and sustainable actions.
• Ensure workplace practices are in conformity with established guidelines (IGGN)
• Think of ways to improve safety through best-in-class supply chain processes & diligent procurement
• Capture contractually and enforce SHE requirements with our suppliers and contractors

Accountability 2: Drive supply chain & planning performance

Most important activities:

• Ensure supply network is fit for purpose – define and implement strategy of our railcars fleet, carriers, and terminals
• Negotiate agreements for distribution locations, railcar fleet, terminals and purchased products
• Proactively manage fleet needs (repair, inspection)
• Support sales and operations through constant and thorough production and shipping planning
• No production reliability hit due to missing empty railcars or congested rail tracks
• Optimize our cash management through optimized lead-times and reduced inventory level

Accountability 3: Lead supply chain team

Most important activities:

• Lead and coach the team to reach the budget targets
• Ensure supply chain strategies are defined and implemented
• Ensure business process excellence is in place to drive world class competencies
• Ensure the team has requisite resources, skills, coaching and training to deliver on targets
• Help the team prioritize and focus on what matters to achieve company objectives
• Develop and maintain a positive team spirit and collaborative work culture

Accountability 4: Ensure full compliance & protect INEOS’ interests

Most important activities:

• Observe anti-trust rules when applicable
• Seek internal approvals as per applicable DoA in a timely manner
• Negotiate and review T&C and contracts to protect INEOS business interests
• Track working capital (Payment terms, Inventory…) and define strategy to improve
• And other duties as assigned