Dir. Global Bus. Development Logistics

Lyondell Basell North America•Houston, TX

About The Position

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 TeamOur mission is to build an Integrated Supply, Trading & Optimization (IST&O) organization that strengthens LYB enterprise performance by aligning market risk management, asset flexibility, and commercial decisions within a governance and compliance framework in partnership with Middle and Back Office teams. This delivers against LYB strategic pillars to Grow & Upgrade the Core and Step Up Performance and Culture. The Director, Global Business Development Logistics is responsible for providing strategic vision and execution of commercial logistics contracting agreements for pipelines worldwide, reporting through the Integrated Supply, Trading, and Optimization organization. This role ensures the company secures long-term, cost-effective, and reliable logistics infrastructure to support trading and supply operations. The Director will lead negotiations, manage strategic partnerships, and align logistics agreements with corporate objectives, enabling sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

Requirements

12+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or commercial operations, with significant exposure to pipelines. Experience leading and developing cross-functional teams.
Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field.
Proven success in negotiating and managing long-term logistics agreements.
Experience in trading and supply integration.
Financial acumen with ability to model contract economics and risk scenarios.
Strategic thinker with ability to align logistics agreements to corporate growth objectives.
Understanding of the broad regulatory frameworks applicable to pipelines.
Excellent communication and executive stakeholder management skills across cultures and geographies.
Ability to work cross-functionally at all levels in a matrixed organization to align on strategy and opportunities.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop a team managing contracting and negotiations for pipeline agreements, including strong partnership for waterborne and termination logistics teams focused on throughput, storage, and transportation contracts.
Develop long-term vision for commercial logistics contracting, ensuring alignment with trading and supply needs.
Accountable to ensure long-term agreements are structured to balance cost efficiency, flexibility, and risk management.
Identify and secure strategic infrastructure partnerships to enhance market access and operational efficiency – in connection with business development.
Anticipate market trends and regulatory changes impacting logistics agreements.
Collaborate with trading, supply, and scheduling teams to ensure logistics agreements support commercial strategies.
Identify and develop opportunities to improve Commercial results through redeployment of existing contracts or expansion of commercial opportunities around logistics agreements.
Provide input on infrastructure utilization, capacity planning, and optimization opportunities.
Develop market intelligence on pipeline capacity, pricing, and competitive dynamics.
Build and maintain external strategic relationships with operators, pipeline companies, regulators, and industry partners.
Build and maintain internal strategic relationships with internal Strategy and Operations teams to ensure alignment and drive coordination across the company.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices.
6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution
5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual
Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US.
Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.
Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs.
Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities.
Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.
Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.
Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations.