Senior Downstream Advisor (Relocation to Saudi Arabia)

Role Description:

• Company is seeking a Senior Downstream Advisor for its Downstream Strategies Group in its Strategy & Market Analysis function.
• This strategy role advises Corporate and Executive Management on strategic matters related to the Downstream business, and guides the development of companies Downstream strategy and investment plan.
• The role covers Downstream areas such as chemicals, refining, retail, fuels and trading. 

Responsibilities:

• Advise and guide the development of Downstream strategic goals and plans to the CEO and members of Corporate and Executive Management. 
• Act as a focal point for Downstream strategies with the Downstream business, guiding strategic and business planning and ensuring business strategies are aligned with Corporate strategies.
• Conduct strategic fit assessments and analyses for downstream projects and business development opportunities as well as advise in setting strategic direction and contributing to the Company’s investment plan.
• Review Downstream’s operating plan and contribute to annual business plan refresh to ensure its alignment with the Company’s strategy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including decision makers in the Downstream business as well as external stakeholders including consultancies, industry experts, and leading organizations.
• Represent the company at relevant internal and external conferences and seminars and preparing presentations.
• Monitor developments in the Downstream sector and recommend actions.
• Benchmark Downstream’s performance and related processes, practices and technologies against relevant companies in the region and around the world.
• Initiate research and studies on topics that could impact Downstream’s competitive advantage, preparing analyses and presentations for Corporate and Executive Management and various Committees.

Requirements:

• The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in the Downstream petroleum industry with consulting experience in a major international consulting firm.
• Experience in at least two of the following Downstream areas: Chemicals (preferred), refining, retail and fuels, and trading. 
• The candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, Financial Management or closely related disciplines from a top-tier institution. In addition, relevant graduate degree is highly desirable.
• Global or multi-national business experience with developed multi-cultural sensitivity.
• Must have experience developing and delivering strategic insights, investment and market analysis, and business strategies for a major integrated downstream business.
• Experience presenting to Corporate and Executive Management, Board of Directors and wider audiences.
• Must have a proven ability to build and maintain positive, effective networks with internal and external stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Experience in leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams to deliver business strategies and plans is desirable.
• Experience with Mergers & Acquisitions in the Downstream sector is highly desirable.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, especially with Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills are essential.