Strategic Planning Senior Analyst Finance

LyondellBasell; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LyondellBasell, based in Houston, seeks a Strategic Planning Sr. Analyst to develop and drive the company’s long-term strategy. The role requires strong financial acumen, deep market analysis, and coordination with corporate development on transactions.

The candidate will translate complex data into actionable strategic direction and work across functions to enable growth and value creation. Responsibilities include shaping the strategic plan, analyzing markets, and leading multiple analyses to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years in strategic planning or strategy development.
• Experience with chemicals or process industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop the Company’s strategic plan considering industry dynamics, macro trends, and customer dynamics.
• Support strategy formulation, execution, and initiatives including target markets and growth.
• Analyze competitive intelligence to inform the strategic plan.
• Collaborate with leaders across LyondellBasell to build the plan and drive alignment.
• Support corporate development and M&A activities as needed.
• Lead analyses: competitive, value chain, scenario, and risk analyses.

Skills

Financial modeling

Strategic planning

Excel

PowerPoint

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

Based in Houston, Texas, the Strategic Planning Sr. Analyst will support in the development the development of the strategy and the strategic planning process, drawing upon his/her strong basis in fundamental strategic methodology and strong financial acumen. They will support the strategy development though deep analysis of LyondellBasell’s markets and opportunities, including customer dynamics. This leader will also direct facilitating strategy execution, including aligning resources across the organization as appropriate and work closely with business development partners and other functional leaders. Ultimately, they will embed strategic capabilities into the organization for long-term sustainability. In addition, they will operate flexibly and move between high-level strategy and tactical execution as required. They will draw upon strong financial acumen and be able to synthesize complex concepts and data into clear strategic direction. Ultimately, the strategy will lead to the achievement of LyondellBasell’s performance and growth objectives.

They will also work with the Corporate Development team to support the Company's activities in corporate transactions (mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint-ventures) including assisting in execution / diligence activities as needed.

A Day in the Life

• Assist in developing the Company’s strategic plan, taking into account industry dynamics, broader macroeconomic trends, and customer dynamics
• Support strategy formulation, strategy execution, and strategic initiatives including identifying and evaluating target markets / companies to support growth plans
• Assimilate competitive intelligence on industry suppliers, competitors and customers in order to develop the strategic plan
• Partner with leaders across LyondellBasell to develop the plan, building collaborative relationships across the organization
• As required, support corporate business development and M&A initiatives
• Lead multiple types of analyses including competitive analysis and value chain analysis in various industries and sectors; scenario and risk analysis including around potential organic investments, mergers, or divestitures; optimization and efficiency analysis; and asset management, capital allocation, and portfolio analysis
• Drive the progress of strategic plans, projects, and programs against organizational goals and objectives and growth targets, measuring progress in a metrics-based manner
• Prepare and present strategic, sector and business analyses

You Bring This Value

• Bachelor's degree preferred or Master’s degree preferred in chemical engineering (or equivalent qualification)
• Superior skills in financial modeling and quantitative analysis, use of Excel and PowerPoint and keen attention to detail (+ 5 years)
• +5 years of strategic planning and strategy development (such as experience with strategy consultancy)
• Chemicals/ broader process industries experience preferred
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical, research, organizational, and project management skills
• Has exceptional problem-solving skills and sound judgment

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