Suppliers
INEOS O&P Europe uses the GEP Platform, an integrated digital Procurement solution, to support and streamline procurement activities and collaboration with suppliers. Here is more information about the use of that platform.
INEOS O&P Europe uses the GEP Platform, an integrated digital Procurement solution, to support and streamline procurement activities and collaboration with suppliers.
The platform covers the entire procurement lifecycle, from sourcing and tendering to supplier information management, contract management and purchasing. It provides a centralized digital environment designed to improve efficiency, transparency and communication between INEOS O&P Europe and its suppliers.
What does the platform offer?
The GEP Procurement Platform supports several key procurement activities:
- Sourcing and Tendering: Facilitates the management of sourcing events, tenders and supplier participation in competitive bidding processes
- Supplier Information Management: Enables the collection, maintenance and updating of supplier information, supporting accurate and consistent supplier records
- Contract Management: Supports the management of contracts and related documentation throughout the contracting process
- Purchasing: Enables the exchange and management of purchase orders (POs) and related purchasing activities between INEOS and its suppliers
By bringing these activities together in one platform, INEOS O&P Europe aims to simplify procurement processes, reduce manual exchanges, improve information accuracy and strengthen collaboration with suppliers.
Purchasing activities
The Purchasing functionality provides a digital workspace for managing day-to-day purchasing interactions between INEOS O&P Europe and its suppliers.
Depending on the nature of your business relationship with INEOS, the platform may allow you to:
- Receive and review purchase orders (POs)
- Confirm or acknowledge orders, where applicable
- Access purchase order information and updates
- Enter or upload service confirmations for services provided, where applicable
- Exchange purchasing-related information with INEOS teams
What this means for our suppliers
Suppliers can access the GEP Procurement Platform using the link provided on purchase orders (POs) issued by INEOS O&P Europe.
The platform provides access to relevant procurement information and activities, depending on the supplier's involvement in sourcing, supplier information management, contracting or purchasing processes.
Depending on the activities required, suppliers may be asked to register or log in to access the platform.
Supporting your onboarding
To help suppliers become familiar with the platform, download this short guide to the GEP Procurement Platform.
The guide provides practical instructions on how to:
- Register and access the platform
- Navigate the platform
- Complete or update supplier profile information
- Access relevant purchasing information
We encourage suppliers to review the guide to ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
Questions or support
If you have any questions or require assistance with accessing or using the GEP Procurement Platform, please contact our dedicated support team at IN.Procure.Helpdesk@ineos.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the GEP Procurement Platform?
It is INEOS O&P Europe's digital Procurement platform, supporting sourcing and tendering, supplier information management, contracting and purchasing activities.
How do I access the GEP Procurement Platform?
You can access the platform using the link included on the purchase order (PO) received from INEOS O&P Europe. For other procurement activities, access details may be provided as part of the relevant process.
Do I need to register to use the platform?
Depending on the procurement activities involved, you may be required to create an account (if you don’t have one already) or log in. Please refer to the Short Guide for further instructions.
Where can I find guidance on using the platform?
The GEP Procurement Platform Short Guide provides practical instructions to help you access and navigate the platform.
Who should I contact if I need assistance?
For questions or technical support related to the platform, please contact IN.Procure.Helpdesk@ineos.com.