How can we optimize our planning processes to reach the best business results against the lowest costs or largest margins? How can we make sure the impact of operational issues does not affect the supply and demand volumes too much? What will the costs be if we decide to produce a ton PO less or a ton PO more? Questions we ask ourselves daily, and that's where you come in. As an (Senior) Optimization and Planning Analyst you will be responsible for leading the US operations planning process for several products in our Intermediates and Derivatives business and for joint global planning with colleagues in the US and Asia. You manage business operations by developing and maintaining operating plans which include demand forecasting, production and supply planning and optimization, distribution planning and inventory targeting. Regarding the business optimization you provide analytical support. Communication in this role is key. You interface cross functionally with the business, sales, legal, manufacturing and the supply chain. The goal is to achieve an aligned operating plan with the highest possible economic value. Furthermore, you act as a focal point between Manufacturing, Marketing, Raw Materials Supply and Supply Chain in relation to production/contingency plans and short-term strategies. And finally, you collaborate with co-producers in global swaps, exchange, toll and purchasing agreements. As you monitor performance versus plan and recommend improvements your focus will be both on the short-term planning and the 5-year planning horizon. You Identify new strategic and tactical integration opportunities from an overall business perspective between manufacturing sites and with our partners. A Day in the Life 30 Margin optimisation of our chemicals value chains in the region and globally with Europe/Asia counterpart 30 Determining and optimising run-rates of the production units in scope. 30 Accountable for regional supply and demand balance optimisation, by running the monthly S&OP processes for your products in close collaboration with Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing, and (where relevant) Trading. 30 Identify margin improvement opportunities based on analysis of value drivers and constraints and scenario evaluation. 30 Support Supply Review step of the I&D IBP process 30 Understand the key dynamics, variables, and constraints that affect the optimisation of margin within the specific region, from manufacturing to end customer. 30 Provide input to and support business planning processes 30 Translate and articulate optimisation outputs into tactical and strategic business requirements and objectives for both the supply as well as commercial organisation 30 Drive and promote disciplined execution among stakeholders, ensuring focus on the end-to-end mindset and value delivery in the planning process 30 Provide supporting economics for Turn Around planning, optimisation initiatives and for Capex-projects. 30 Support development of the Commercial & Contracting Strategy for product lines 30 Leading role in crisis management during supply and other disruptions 30 Senior: Coaches team members on work content. Works with the manager to align work and staff to maximize productivity. Directs fellow team members regarding evaluation issues and completion of tasks - manages work flow. You Bring This Value Education: 30 Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required (Chemical Engineering preferred); 30 Preference for APICS certification Work Experience: 30 Minimum of 6 years' experience in a manufacturing, business planning and analysis, supply chain or a commercial role; 30 A broad knowledge of the chemical industry business, manufacturing operations and economics; 30 Experience with analytical and decision-making tools and methods as: PIMMS/Spiral/OMP/ SAP IBP Excel, PowerPoint and SAP; What We Offer Competencies Build Partnerships Deliver Results Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational Fit Technical Skills Learn more about our benefits: Benefits/Health & Welfare | LyondellBasell Stay Connected! 30 Visit our LYB Website 30 Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram 30 Like us on Facebook 30 Subscribe to our YouTube channel