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Materials Inventory Technician (Warehouse)

INEOS Oxide is one of the most diverse, dynamic and successful businesses within INEOS. We operate 4 manufacturing sites in Europe and North America (Antwerp BE, Kln DE, Lavra FR, Plaquemine (US) and Bayport (TX), US. We produce a broad range of 200+ products which spread across five key value chains (Ethylene Oxide, Propylene Oxide, Oxoalcohols, Acetic Acid, and ENB), and on many of our products we are the European market leader. Our total manufacturing capacity is above 3 million tonnes per annum generating an annual EBITDA of ~300 M. INEOS Oxide is an energetic business which is growing actively on a global level, with projects to extend our production base to new sites in North America and Asia in addition to continued investment on our existing platforms. We are committed to resourcing the Procurement team accordingly to deliver on this ambitious growth agenda.

The Materials Inventory Technician (Warehouse) will provide shared responsibility for the oversight and coordination of all storeroom and warehouse activities to ensure successful support for the BCO site as required.

The Warehouse Technician must have a thorough knowledge of the work processes required for the successful operations of all onsite storeroom and warehouse activities. This includes competent knowledge of all policies and procedures and has experience in all daily activities as required. Previous experience in a chemical processing plant and strong knowledge of the mechanical equipment in use is critical.

• Maintain safety as the highest priority of the plant by adhering to and upholding all safety policies and standards.
• Report and investigate all deviations from standard operating procedures.
• Work within the limit of competency and training.

• Oversee day?to?day evaluation, replenishment, and accuracy of materials inventory.
• Ensure the warehouse is organized for efficient, logical workflow and aligned with best practices.
• Evaluate, replenish and accuracy of Materials Inventory stock. Inventory Analysis, Stock out analysis, conducting physical inventories
• Replenish stock using SAP reorder methods, including review of Materials Requirements Planning (MRP) and Collective Requisition processing.
• Evaluate and refine inventory levels to support long?term inventory optimization and reduction goals.
• Coordinate cyclical inventories and Delegation of Authority requests for adjustment postings.
• Process returns of unused stock and manage follow?up on multiple returns with site clients.
• Provide strategic evaluation of materials to determine obsolescence or replacement needs.

• Serve as the integration link to designated SAP/IS systems, including "Superuser" responsibilities for the Materials Inventory/Management module.
• Train Materials Management personnel and site clients on SAP processes.
• Initiate MDG technical material requests and evaluate catalog material changes (additions, deletions, extensions).
• Generate SAP reports for material evaluation and monthly KPI measurements.

• Understand the repairable process and assist with resolution of blocked invoices.
• Perform follow?up activities with Reliability on changes to stocked spare parts.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies related to material upgrades and descriptions.
• Communicate daily with the procurement group to expedite and maintain current status of warehouse purchase orders.
• Evaluate, reconcile, and coordinate with suppliers and Accounts Payable to correct invoicing issues.

• Interact daily with Maintenance, Engineering, Operations, and Procurement teams.
• Maintain best practices and communicate process updates to site personnel.
• Be available for on?call duty on a rotational basis and respond to callouts using sound judgment regarding inventory handling and control.
• Support Working Capital Program reviews and coordinate inventory write?offs.
• Provide support for special projects and turnarounds, as needed.

High School diploma or equivalent degree a plus

2+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing industry.

5+ years of warehouse / stores management and have knowledge of the equipment in use (pumps, valves, gaskets, MRO parts).

Certified forklift operator or previous certification and experience operating a forklift in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

TWIC cardholder or ability to obtain a TWIC

Strong computer competency including Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel)

Knowledge of Materials Inventory industry best practices including Integrated Suppliers, Vendor Stocking, Electronic Commerce (including EDI), Stockless Inventory, Bar-coding and Supply Chain Management.

Experience using an enterprise software; proficiency with SAP Warehouse Management and Materials Management software preferred.

General knowledge of inventory management including inventory evaluation and analysis.

Understanding of business processes and procedures, materials inventory and purchasing processes and workflows and demonstrates through work history a pattern of actively seeking continuous improvement.

Strong interpersonal skills and leadership attributes are key to the ability to manage the day-to-day activity and implement long range goals.

Interpersonal skills, teambuilding, communication and problem-solving skills.

Work independently, be proactive, and adapt to a changing work environment.

Exceptional oral and written communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and peers.

Strong mechanical aptitude.

Consistently demonstrate safe work practices and the use of proper PPE.

Strong problem-solving, effective data analysis capability.

Strong attention to detail and consistent delivery of dependable, accurate, and high?quality work.

Maintain a safe working environment, comply with all safety guidelines, know evacuation procedure, become forklift certified, know site requirements for safe delivery of items, knowledge of site delivery locations, skilled in loading and unloading shipments, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements compliance, knowledge of handling and storage of cylinder gases, 55 gallon drums, practice good housekeeping, attend required safety training and participate in local site safety programs. Participate in routine location audits and physical inventory cycle counts.

• Achieve SHE metric targets for safety and environmental incidents
• AsCare, 20P, LSR, MOC, Training compliance achieved
• Meet or exceed KPI targets (fill rate, on time to delivery, inventory value)

Our culture is one of honesty and integrity with an emphasis on safety, health and environmental performance. On our team, people are acknowledged for embracing new practices that help create real value for customers.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement INEOS Oxide is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status. We strive to ensure equal opportunity for all employees and applicants and make hiring decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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