LANXESS

Site Director

LANXESS

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Rotterdam • Netherlands

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Full accountability for the overall performance of the Botlek site, covering Health & Safety, Environment, Quality, Reliability, Productivity, and Cost
  • Translate the global manufacturing strategy into local execution
  • Lead the full site organization (approximately 150 employees, with 6 direct reports)
  • Manage both operational and capital budgets
  • Reporting to the Head of Global Operations F&F
  • Act as the primary LANXESS representative towards local authorities, works council, unions, industry associations, key customers, and suppliers
  • Drive continuous improvement through technological, procedural, and cultural change initiatives
  • Ensure that management systems, emergency response structures, and governance processes are in place and effective
  • Negotiate permits, agreements, and regulatory requirements relevant to site operations
  • Build strong internal networks across functions, sites, and global teams
  • Safeguard the long-term reliability and sustainability of a standalone site with self-supported utilities

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field
  • 10+ years of leadership experience in chemical or process manufacturing environments
  • Proven track record managing complex industrial operations with a strong focus on HS&E
  • Solid understanding of production technologies, operational risk, and safety management systems
  • Experience operating in regulated environments and working with authorities, unions, and works councils
  • Strong financial acumen, including budget ownership and capital project oversight
  • Ability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams and influence stakeholders in a matrix organisation
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
  • Excellent communication skills and the credibility to represent LANXESS with external stakeholders
  • Fluent in Dutch and English; German is a plus.
Benefits
  • Permanent contract from day one
  • Management grade MGIII, including 20% annual performance pay (APP)
  • Lease car according to LANXESS policy
  • Full time position (40 hours per week)
  • 30 vacation days, with the option to buy additional days
  • Competitive salary aligned with experience and scope
  • Strong pension plan
  • Extensive leadership and professional development opportunities
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Vitality budget to support wellbeing
  • Travel reimbursement and support for on-site presence
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
Chemical EngineeringHealth & Safety (HS&E)Safety Management SystemsProduction TechnologiesOperational Risk ManagementBudget ManagementCapital Project OversightContinuous ImprovementOperational Excellence
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationStakeholder InfluenceTeam ManagementNetworkingNegotiation