Principal Procurement Manager

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. 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. Come Join an Inclusive Team

The Principal Procurement Manager is a key member of the Global Technical Materials (GTM) Machinery Team and leads the development and execution of machinery procurement activities, with a primary focus on North America. The role connects global category priorities with regional business needs and translates strategy into clear execution plans, measurable outcomes, and sustainable value. The position strengthens and further develops the Machinery segments by improving spend and demand transparency, developing category and supplier strategies, and building strong partnerships with Manufacturing, Engineering, Project Management, site teams, and other key stakeholders. The role also develops a competitive, capable, and reliable supplier network. The role promotes innovation by facilitating ideation sessions and connecting internal experts with strategic suppliers to identify new technologies, improve existing solutions, and create value for LYB. The Principal Procurement Manager also leads the commercial and contractual framework for turnaround (TA) activities, capital projects, and machinery-related outline agreements in NA. This includes leading negotiations, managing supplier performance (KPI&QBR) and contract compliance, and establishing fit-for-purpose agreements for project-specific and recurring requirements. Basic Function

Leads complex, high-value category and sourcing initiatives and influences cross-functional stakeholders without direct reporting authority. Translates global and regional procurement priorities into actionable plans, clear milestones, and measurable business outcomes. Builds spend and demand visibility, converts identified opportunities into an executable sourcing and value pipeline, and owns its governance, tracking, and realization in line with GTM objectives. Builds effective relationships with senior stakeholders and strategic suppliers and drives accountability for agreed actions. Acts as a recognized category expert and provides guidance on machinery markets, suppliers, commercial models, risk, and technology trends.

Leads, coaches, and develops direct reports to build strong capabilities and performance. A Day in the Life

Activities and duties will vary depending on the assigned functional area and may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Develops and implements comprehensive machinery category and segment strategies that align with business objectives, approved procurement processes, and sourcing methodology.  Categories to include but not limited to include Pumps, Mechanical Seals, Compressors, Turbomachinery, and other related technical materials supplies. Uses spend, demand, market, and supplier analysis to identify opportunities, market trends, cost drivers, risks, and competitive sourcing options. Builds demand visibility through proactive engagement with manufacturing sites, project teams, business stakeholders, and the Center of Excellence (CoE); translates opportunities into structured sourcing pipelines. Establishes practical governance, milestones, and performance reviews to support execution