Deputy Chief Operating Officer

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and executing operational strategies to drive business growth, efficiency, and profitability
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the company, including production, supply chain, and logistics.
• Establish operational goals, metrics, and KPIs to measure performance and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with other senior executives to align operational activities with overall business objectives.
• Lead and mentor operational teams, providing guidance, direction, and support to ensure optimal performance.
• Evaluate existing processes, systems, and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement and optimization.
• Implement best practices, standards, and methodologies to streamline operations and enhance productivity.
• Manage operational budgets, expenses, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Monitor industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes to anticipate challenges and opportunities.
• Lead organizational change initiatives, transformation projects, and business process reengineering efforts.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and industry best practices.
• Resolve operational issues, challenges, and conflicts in a timely and effective manner.
• Communicate operational performance, achievements, and challenges to senior management and stakeholders.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence throughout the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Proven experience in senior leadership roles, with a focus on operations management.
• 18+ years proven experience in Oil & Gas downstream
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience developing and implementing operational strategies and initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to drive business growth, efficiency, and profitability.
• Knowledge of business process optimization, supply chain management, and logistics.
• Financial acumen and budget management skills.
• Ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Adaptability and resilience in managing change and uncertainty.
• Leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Strategic planning
• Operations management
• Problem-solving abilities
• Financial management
• Change management
• Relationship-building
• Analytical skills
• Adaptability.