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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.\nCome Join an Inclusive Team\nThis position reports to the Senior Manager Strategy & Planning, Intermediates & Derivatives (I&D). You will join an international team of 4, based in Rotterdam and Houston. The position is based in Rotterdam and may require occasional travel within Europe and to the US.\nA Day in the Life\nThe Intermediates & Derivatives (I&D) Strategy & Planning team is looking for a Europe-based Strategy Analyst to support our Propylene Oxide & Derivatives (PO&D) business. You will be part of a global team and combine two areas of responsibility. First, you will be the global strategy lead for assigned PO&D products. Second, you will be the team's focal point for Europe and EU-specific strategic topics such as CBAM and ETS. Your job is to help business leaders and senior management make better decisions by turning complex market, financial and operational data into clear insights and recommendations. You will work closely with the Commercial, Sales, Finance and Operational Planning teams on the Long Range Plan, strategic opportunities and risks, capital projects and market intelligence. Much of your work will go to senior leadership, so you will need to find the story in the data and present it clearly and convincingly.\nRESPONSIBILITIES\nAct as the global strategy lead for assigned PO&D products, developing and maintaining a view of supply, demand, trade, competitor and value chain dynamics;\nAnalyze EU policy and regulatory developments (such as CBAM and ETS) and their impact on our European business, in alignment with the global team;\nSupport the development, presentation and maintenance of the overall EU I&D strategy, including Commercial, Manufacturing, Raw Materials, Utilities and Logistics;\nGather and analyze complex market, industry and financial data from internal and external sources, and turn it into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership;\nBuild executive-ready presentations that tell a clear story and highlight the key message;\nDevelop dashboards and data visualizations to improve insight into business performance and market trends;\nBuild and maintain Excel models for scenario analysis, profitability and strategic evaluations;\nDevelop business cases for growth, cost reduction and sustainability projects through the capital approval process, including DCF-based financial evaluations;\nCarry out ad hoc strategic and market analyses.\nYou Bring This Value\nYou are a strong analytical thinker who quickly sees the big picture in complex and sometimes ambiguous data. You can structure a problem, test assumptions and reach a well-supported recommendation. You explain your findings clearly to senior audiences, both in writing and in person, and you use visuals to make a message stick. You understand what drives our business’s financial performance and can link strategy to economic outcomes. You work well with people at all levels, you are curious and eager to learn, and you handle confidential information with care.\nWhat You Need\nAn university-level (WO) Master's degree, or international equivalent, in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering or a related field;\nTypically 8+ years of experience, of which 5+ years in an analytical role, for example in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, finance or engineering;\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure complex issues and turn them into clear conclusions;\nStrong PowerPoint skills and an eye for visual storytelling;\nClear verbal and written communication, with the confidence to present to senior stakeholders;\nGood Excel modeling skills and an understanding of corporate finance (NPV, IRR, P&L and cash flow drivers);\nFluency in English.Nice to Have\n\nExperience in the chemical, plastics or refining industry, ideally with knowledge of the PO&D business;\nExperience with Power BI or other data visualization tools;\nExperience with external market intelligence platforms;\nKnowledge of EU climate and trade policy;\nAn MBA or other advanced degree;\nFluency in Dutch and/or French, to support engagement with our EU sites and national regulatory topics in the Netherlands and France.\nDon't meet every requirement? We still encourage you to apply. We value potential, a willingness to learn and diverse perspectives as much as a perfect match on paper.\nCompetencies\nTo be successful in this role you must recognize yourself in the following profile: You show strong ownership of safety and build positive, collaborative working relationships. You are comfortable working in a matrix organization, can manage several priorities at once, meet tight deadlines and keep a high standard of accuracy. Candidates will be assessed on the following LYB competencies:\nBuild Partnerships\nDeliver Results\nDrive Innovation\nGrow Capabilities\nPromote Inclusion\nWhat We Offer\nWe offer an environment where we encourage personal and professional growth and where you will be rewarded for your performance and results. You will have the possibility to work with specialist on all fields to develop innovative solutions and to extend your national and international network. In addition, we offer you a competitive salary package. The Company's Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees the option to work up to two days a week from home. LyondellBasell is committed to advancing diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) to ensure a positive experience for all employees.\nInterested?\nPlease send us your resume via the application button.\nPlease feel free to contact James Smeets, Talent Acquisition Consultant at james.smeets @ lyondellbasell.com for more details. Would you like to apply? Just send us your motivation and resume via the application button. Only applications through this application button will be taken into consideration. #LI-Hybrid #LI-JS2\nThe recruitment process consists of an initial phone screening and business interviews before proceeding to a possible job offer. A background check will be part of the process as well.\nLyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicited resumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.\nCompensation Disclosure\nThe compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for Netherlands (NL) payroll offers.\nThe anticipated salary range for this full-time position is €84,720.00 - €116,490.00. 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