Title: Material Management Specialist
Diegem, BE, 1831
Chevron Phillips Chemical (CPChem) responsibly manufactures chemicals and polymers the world needs, provide enriching careers and create shareholder value because we care about each other, our customers and our communities. We aim to be the premier chemical company known as the employer, supplier, neighbor and investment of choice. In Europe, our Belgian manufacturing base includes an organosulfur production site in Tessenderlo and a synthetic lubricant production site in Beringen. Our EMEA headquarters is located in Diegem, where our employees coordinate marketing and sales activities as well as logistics, finances, HR, etc. In our region, we are a team of about 350 colleagues.
Short Description
The Material Management Specialist is a senior expert responsible for advanced inventory planning, supply chain analytics, and continuous improvement across end‑to‑end materials management. Acting as a technical lead, the role focuses on complex problem solving, long‑term planning, system optimization, and data governance, supporting operational excellence and decision‑making.
The position reports to the Material Management Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Advanced Supply Chain & Inventory Strategy
- Lead strategic inventory planning using simulation, modelling, and scenario analysis
- Optimize working capital, inventory turns, and service performance
- Define and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and analytics supporting S&OP and management decisions
- Identify long‑term supply and demand risks and propose mitigation strategies
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
- Drive improvements in inventory management, warehouse efficiency, and planning governance
- Act as SME in system upgrades, process redesign, and automation initiatives
- Support testing and validation of new features in SAP, APO/IBP, and WMS
Systems Ownership & Data Governance
- Own and approve changes to planning parameters and inventory settings
- Develop reporting, analytics, and models to support tactical and strategic decisions
- Ensure data integrity, master data consistency, and process discipline
Stakeholder Management & Communication
- Represent Materials Management in cross‑functional collaboration (Sales, Procurement, Production, Logistics, Quality, Finance)
- Communicate insights, risks, and recommendations clearly to operational and leadership stakeholders
Coaching & Capability Building
- Act as technical mentor for Material Management Coordinators
- Support best‑practice sharing and team capability development
Compliance & Safety
- Promote a safe and compliant working environment
- Support audits and conduct SOX spot checks in line with internal controls
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree (preferred) in Supply Chain, Engineering, Economics, Operations Research, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in materials management, inventory planning, or supply chain roles
- Strong expertise in SAP, APO/IBP, WMS, and advanced Excel / Power BI
- Proven analytical skills (scenario analysis, forecasting, root‑cause analysis)
- Ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders without formal authority
- Strong communication skills and business acumen
Preferred Competencies
- Deep understanding of inventory risk, financial trade‑offs, and working capital impacts
- Ability to translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations
- Strong ownership mindset with focus on continuous improvement and data quality
- Experience with digital planning tools and performance dashboards
Performance by design. Caring by choice.™
We want to be the place where people want to work. That’s why we particularly focus on safety, mutual respect, integrity and a performance-driven environment. To be the employer of choice, we offer:
Career Growth
We offer exciting career opportunities, whether you want to grow within your function, extend your knowledge across different levels or would like to grow into a managerial role.
Engaging Culture
We continue to build a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where diversity of thought is valued.
Well-Being
The well-being of our employees is essential to our success. We encourage a healthy lifestyle and offer amenities such as ergonomic work areas and social activities.
Generous Compensation & Benefits
We offer competitive salaries and benefits, including extra-legal benefits like insurance plans, safety incentives, vouchers, annual bonus and additional holidays.
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