Operation Specialist (San Luis Potosí)

Overview

LyondellBasell is a global leader in the chemical industry creating solutions for sustainable living, with a nearly 70‑year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and proprietary MoReTec recycling technology. Our purpose is to support sustainable transportation, food safety, clean water, and health care while emphasizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental stewardship.

Supply Chain

Supply Chain is a customer‑focused Center of Excellence that delivers industry‑leading service and differential value. The role supports logistics operations for warehouse and distribution networks to ensure uninterrupted service to a global customer base.

Responsibilities

• Direct logistics operations and manage Logistics Service Provider (LSP) services for a total cost and service perspective.
• Support warehouse, transload, and drayage operations for Mexico Manufacturing operations.
• Act as primary point of contact for Account Specialists, Operations Planners, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, Logistics Commercial, and third‑party LSPs regarding all shipments.
• Effectively control all applicable logistics operations to create competitive advantage in cost and service.
• Monitor and achieve continuous improvement in quality, service, and cost performance; measure non‑optimal costs and/or liquidated damages.
• Identify and implement cost reduction programs as appropriate.
• Lead or participate in scheduled LSP audits and conduct quarterly reviews to assess operational performance and metrics.
• Facilitate operational meetings to review communication and metrics between LYB and LSPs.
• Ensure supply of uninterrupted services at the most favorable competitive value under all conditions.
• Collaborate with Logistics Business Consultants to qualify suppliers and maintain customer service levels.
• Monitor market conditions, new technologies, best practices, and supply‑market trends.
• Perform quality‑notification tasks, including root‑cause analysis, corrective/preventive action, and timely closure.
• Record, trend, and communicate monthly performance metrics.
• Understand foreign delivery movements, incoterms, and transport documentation for the USMCA region.
• Maintain world‑class transportation knowledge through regulatory updates and industry contacts.
• Control premium cost factors for extraordinary product shipment.
• Maintain internal processes and procedures for relevance and applicability.
• Maintain Goal Zero performance on Personal Safety, Logistics Compliance, and Wrong Product Shipped.
• Implement process‑oriented solutions for operational improvements and larger logistics projects.
• Partner with peers to resolve export or business‑related logistics problems.
• Model core competencies with internal and external customers/suppliers.

You Bring This Value

• At least 1 year of relevant, industry‑related experience.
• Demonstrable knowledge of order entry systems, tracking systems, delivery planning, rail and truck operations, and manufacturing capabilities.
• Good judgment in problem solving, knowledge of company products, inventory, and logistics operations.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma with 1 year experience also considered.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule; expected to travel or attend external events up to 20%.
• High initiative and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills for problem resolution and decision making.
• Professionalism and prioritization in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment.
• Composure in time‑sensitive situations, comfortable delivering difficult news.
• Proficiency in MS Office, SAP, Bourque, and inventory management tools (IBP, SAP APO).

Competencies

• Build Partnerships
• Deliver Results
• Drive Innovation
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational Fit
• Technical Skills