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Subsidy Manager, North America

LyondellBasell Industries
United States, Texas, Houston
Jan 16, 2025

LyondellBasell


Basic Function

Join LyondellBasell "LYB" as a key strategist in driving our sustainability initiatives through innovative funding solutions. In this strategic role, you will manage the full lifecycle of subsidy and grant programs. The primary responsibilities include owning and successfully executing the subsidy/grant application process from initial identification of funding opportunities through proposal development/grant writing, submission and involvement in award negotiations through to execution, as well as ongoing management per requirements to ensure fully compliant and audit safe execution of value through obtained subsidies.

This role will have a strong understanding of LYB's manufacturing businesses and operational facilities as well as play a crucial role in advancing our sustainability and circularity initiatives by identifying, securing and administering potential funding sources.

In alignment with LYB's Global Subsidy strategy and governance, you'll spearhead capturing subsidies that advance our Sustainability goals, manage current subsidy plans, while developing future initiatives in North America. This dynamic role will analyze the market to identify new opportunities, apply for subsidies, obtain approvals and manage the ongoing requirements to protect the achieved agreements with the authorities at federal and/or state level in relation to Net Zero and C&CLS Capital and Operational projects within the 5 year plan.

This new position as Subsidy Manager, North America will closely work with the other position Subsidy Manager, North America launched 18 months ago due to the numerous subsidy opportunities and sustainable initiatives in North America.

The location for this role will be based at our One Houston Center in Houston, Texas or the DC area.

Roles & Responsibilities

General

* Analyze the market to identify subsidy opportunities aligned to LYB identified priorities. This may include the identification of benefits and obligations, adherence to specific rules and internal procedures associated with the various funding sources

* Manage the North America funding applications in relation to the North American projects and initiatives

* Plan and manage project submission timelines and deadlines and coordinate the process to meeting the delivery/submission dates.

* Post application submittal, follow applications through approval, through execution of funds and ensure all requirements are met to sustain subsidies over time

* Develop, execute and assure compliant and audit-trail safe execution processes integrated within LYB's systems and ensure compliance with requisite funding authorities.

* Support the portfolio of investments LYB is planning as part of our Sustainability Strategy in North America.

* Alignment and close cooperation with multiple internal and external functions and stakeholders to ensure alignment and prioritization

* Day to day coordination and management of the supporting consultant/legal firms resources

* Support in negotiations of (future) grant agreements

Area of Expertise, Requirements

* Will require strong listening and communication skills as position will be interfacing with LYB senior and site leadership, governmental authorities, industry leaders, and consultants/legal firms

* Ability to drive results & lead a diverse group of individuals without having direct line supervisory responsibility

* Ability to identify and build strong working relationships with public officials and other key policy stakeholders in the region

* Broad understanding and connections to multiple functional groups within LYB that the position will need to coordinate and draw upon to support these activities from Government Relations, R&D, Finance, Business, Global Projects, Manufacturing, outside LYB with consultants/Legal firms to maximize funding success rates and identify new funding opportunities from North America Federal and/or State authorities in alignment with LYB Global funding strategy and governance

* Requires to learn rapidly about LYB organization, systems, and structures in case of non LYB employee

* Demonstrated success with North America Federal and State funding programs with past experience

* Must have strong listening and communication skills

* Eligible to work in the US

Min. Qualifications

Education:

* A higher education qualification in political science, public policy, business management, economics or science (Engineering or Chemistry in particular).

* An advanced degree in business, law or public policy would be a plus.

Work Experience:

* 10+ years of experience in chemical industry minimum

* Some years of experience with North America funding programs is needed

* Experience working in an international company or trade association

* Demonstrated competency to lead and manage complex cross-functional initiatives

Languages: English fluent (written and spoken), plus additional languages would be a plus

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:

* Leverage the value of bilateral, regional, and multilateral government relations forums and platforms to advance the strategic direction of the company

* Identify and build strong working relationships with public officials and other key policy stakeholders in the region

* Demonstrate proven track record in structured, process-driven work environment requirement high level of reliability and due diligence

* Manage projects and programs, specifically government funding and public-private partnerships

* Communicate and address sensitive issues tactfully and diplomatically while maintaining professional relationships

* Drive collaboration effectively across all levels of the organization/management and influence decision-making across matrix organizations and external stakeholders

* Apply strong financial competence and business development experience is preferred

* Develop and document processes (strongly preferred)

* Oversee subsidy and contract management of North American programs (strongly preferred)

* Excel in learning and adapting to new responsibilities quickly

* Possess strong ability to collaborate and interface with a broad range of both internal and external stakeholders globally.

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Regulatory Disclosure:

  • The 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 U.S. payroll offers.
  • The anticipated salary range for this position is$127,440-$191,160. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.

Competencies
Build Partnerships
Deliver Results
Drive Innovation
Grow Capabilities
Promote Inclusion
Motivational/Cultural Fit
Technical Skills

We are LyondellBasell - a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.

Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.

LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicitedresumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.

LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here.


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