Supply Chain Manager

INEOS; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

INEOS KOH in Ashtabula, Ohio seeks a highly experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain, distribution and logistics. You will partner across Operations, Commercial, Finance and Customer Service, driving performance and engaging with senior executives, including the CEO.

The role requires 10 years in supply chain with strong rail management, and a proven ability to optimize logistics while enforcing safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to solve complex problems and to reach solutions.
• Excellent negotiation skills and analytical skills.
• Excellent Communication and presentation skills to influence external and internal stakeholders.
• Safety Leadership – drive strong SHE culture and performance.

Responsibilities

• Drive supply chain & planning performance across end-to-end processes.
• Lead supply chain team and ensure budget targets and capabilities.
• Define strategy for railcars fleet, carriers, and terminals and negotiate locations.
• Ensure compliance with DoA, anti-trust rules, and protect company interests.

Skills

Complex problem solving

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

INEOS was founded in 1998 and is one of the largest chemical companies in the world with about 25,000 employees globally.

INEOS KOH is a leading producer of potassium-based chemicals in North America and a strategically located producer of chlorine. It safely and efficiently produces these by the membrane process: KCl salt is electrolytically converted to KOH and Cl2 by the application of electricity in INEOS membrane electrolysers. The site employs about 100 people mostly located at the site in Ashtabula, Ohio while some leadership & support functions are based out of the INEOS Enterprises office in Columbus, Ohio.

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for end-to-end supply chain, distribution and logistics. As a member of the INEOS KOH leadership team, you'll lead a high-impact supply chain function while partnering across Operations, Commercial, Finance, and Customer Service to drive business performance. This highly visible role provides the opportunity to influence key decisions and regularly engage with senior executives, including the CEO.

• 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

Drive supply chain & planning performance

• 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

Lead supply chain team

• 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

Ensure full compliance & protect INEOS’ interests

• 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

Qualifications:

Level of education & experience in general

• 10 years’ experience in Supply chain roles with strong experience with Rail management

Technical skills

• Ability to solve complex problems and to reach solutions
• Excellent negotiation skills and analytical skills
• Excellent Communication and presentation skills to influence external and internal stakeholders
• Safety Leadership – drive strong Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) culture and performance
• Proactive, self‑starter, accountable, and structured
• Process‑oriented analytical thinking
• Team player
• Agile and undaunted by change
• Able to prioritize and to keep a cool head under pressure