Description
Celanese Corporation is a leading global integrated producer of chemicals and advanced materials used in consumer products and industrial applications. Our products are essential building blocks in the conveniences and components that make up modern life --- everything from cell phones to food ingredients, to medical products, packaging, and vehicle parts. Our operations are primarily located in North America, Europe and Asia.
Our leadership and growth is driven by a base of world-class scientists, engineers, operators and professionals who are recognized for operational excellence and execution on business strategies. The people of Celanese are spread across the globe, representing diverse backgrounds, languages and personal beliefs. In our corporate culture, however, we are bound together by our commitment to clearly defined values and principles.
We combine a demonstrated track record of execution, strong performance built on shared principles and objectives, and a clear focus on growth and value creation. Net sales totaled $6.4 billion in 2007, with approximately 70% generated outside of North America. Known for operational excellence and execution of its business strategies, Celanese delivers value to customers around the globe with innovations and best-in-class technologies.
Celanese is based in Dallas, Texas, and employs approximately 8,400 worldwide.
TITLE:
Business Analysis Manager - Supply Management
Position Description:
The person will aid and coordinate in the development of Category Strategies for top raw materials on a global basis. Provide strategy frame work and market evaluations including: supply demand, production economics, competitive forces, etc
Evaluate "make vs buy" economics on strategic raw materials
Project work on new raw materials to support business group innovation.
- On-going contract administration and supplier assessments for select raw materials.
Interface with business lines, and other key functional stakeholders to ensure alignment with business strategies.
Lead strategic sourcing projects which reduce costs and enhance revenues.
Develop and drive process improvements throughout the organization.
Requirements
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Technical BS Degree and MBA
3-8 Years Commercial Experience in Similar Roles
Strategy Development
Analytical Thinking
Finance & Accounting Knowledge
Commercial Experience
Communication & Presentation Skills
Spreadsheet & Database Skills
Information Gathering and analysis
Deal Negotiation
Desirable Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Celanese Chemicals Knowledge
Chemical Industry Knowledge
SAP Knowledge
