About INEOS Aromatics
INEOS Aromatics is a global chemical manufacturing company that produces products used in the polyester industry to make many everyday items, including clothes, carpets, furniture, automotive parts, and food packaging. The company employs 1,300 employees across sites in the United States, United Kingdom, Mainland China, Belgium, Indonesia, and Taiwan, with annual sales of $4 billion. A diverse team of engineers, scientists and business professionals is dedicated to discovering solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges.
Purpose of the role
The Site Procurement Manager is a member of the site Leadership Team (LT) and is accountable for overall procurement delivery at the Merak Site, Jakarta Office and for the Petrochemicals Performance Unit in Indonesia. As the site relationship owner for Manufacturing Procurement, the Site Procurement Manager must effectively liaise between site and business leadership, Manufacturing Procurement across Asia and site end users to deliver best value to the business for all procurement and contracting issues. The role also provides direction, coaching, supervision, training and career development for site-based procurement employees.
Responsibilities / Accountabilities
- Responsible for procurement of all spends (except PX) for Merak covering CFC, VC and Capex spend.
- Lead and manage the Ineos Aromatics Indonesia (IAI) procurement team, establishing and communicating strategic direction, providing business context, coaching and counseling to achieve performance targets.
- Engage and maintain relationships with IAI managers, the LT team and the Asia Procurement Head to leverage global spending and standardize processes.
- Represent Procurement on site, ensuring the procurement plan and objectives align with the business plan.
- Ensure compliance with procurement processes, including the Code of Conduct, Supplier Code of Conduct, Counter‑party Due Diligence, Anti‑Bribery & Corruption, and cost approval controls.
- Drive the IAI procurement team to increase capability, apply Ineos common processes and standards, and identify cross‑SBU opportunities.
- Represent Ineos to IAI’s vendors and suppliers, ensuring approval on HSE, technical and commercial grounds, and compliance with Ineos code of conduct and safety procedures.
- Participate in regular meetings with the LT and with the Asia Performance Review for IAI.
- Simplify procurement processes where appropriate by collaborating with stakeholders and implementing improvements.
Required Profile
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering (Industrial, Chemical, Mechanical, Management Economy or Supply Chain Management).
- 8+ years of experience in procurement and manufacturing procurement; same industry experience an advantage.
- At least 3 years in a management position.
- Fluent in English communication and presentation.
- Professional knowledge of all procurement functions.
- Strong persistence and practical approach to change management.
- Result‑oriented with strong business and commercial acumen.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with global and regional teams.
- Experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
Why join us?
At INEOS Aromatics, we offer a stimulating and collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, and a commitment to your professional growth.
We are dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and creating a workplace where all voices are heard.