Site Director

Job description

Lead, Influence, and Shape the Heart of LANXESS Operations in the Netherlands Ready to take full accountability for one of LANXESS’ most critical production sites? At our Botlek location, we’re looking for a Site Director who combines strong operational leadership with a deep commitment to safety, people, and performance. This is a role for an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives in complex environments, engages external stakeholders effectively, and drives sustainable results at scale. If you are energized by leading a standalone chemical site with high EBITDA impact, strong union presence, and close interaction with authorities—this is where your leadership truly matters. About the Role: As Site Director, you are fully accountable for the overall performance of the Botlek site, covering Health & Safety, Environment, Quality, Reliability, Productivity, and Cost. You will translate the global manufacturing strategy into local execution, ensuring that operations are technically sound, safe, compliant, and continuously improving. You lead the full site organisation (approximately 150 employees, with 6 direct reports) and manage both operational and capital budgets, including...