Head of Supply & Distribution

BP AKR Fuels Retail; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 180,000,000 - 300,000,000; Full time

Job summary

BP AKR Fuels Retail in Indonesia seeks an experienced Head of Supply to lead the end-to-end fuel supply chain strategy, ensuring safe, reliable, cost-efficient and resilient operations. You will oversee procurement, planning, logistics, inventory, supplier performance, and supply chain optimization while upholding HSSE standards and regulatory requirements.

You will report to senior management and drive continuous improvement, budgeting, and talent development across the supply organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in supply chain, logistics, procurement, trading or distribution.
• Experience managing nationwide fuel supply operations and ensuring continuity.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end supply chain strategy.
• Lead Supply Planning via S&OP to ensure supply security.
• Oversee fuel procurement, supplier relationships, and continuity.
• Manage terminal replenishment, transport, logistics and product distribution.
• Optimize inventory levels, working capital, and reduce losses.
• Drive efficiency via improvement initiatives and data analytics.
• Build partnerships with suppliers, terminals, shipping and transport providers.
• Monitor costs and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Ensure HSSE compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Lead crisis management, emergency response, and BCP.
• Manage budgeting, performance reporting, and talent development.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Decision-making

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Business Administration

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Head of Supply to lead our end-to-end fuel supply chain strategy and ensure a safe, reliable, cost-efficient, and resilient supply network that supports business growth and delivers outstanding customer service.

Reporting to senior management, this role is responsible for overseeing fuel procurement, supply planning, logistics, inventory management, supplier performance, and supply chain optimization while ensuring full compliance with HSSE standards, product quality requirements, and government regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's end-to-end supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead Supply Planning through the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to ensure supply security.
• Manage fuel procurement activities, including sourcing strategies, supplier relationships, commercial coordination, and supply continuity.
• Oversee terminal replenishment, transportation, logistics, and product distribution across the retail network.
• Optimize inventory levels, storage utilization, working capital, and inventory accuracy while minimizing product losses and stock-outs.
• Drive supply chain efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives, logistics optimization, digitalization, and data analytics.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships with fuel suppliers, terminal operators, shipping companies, transport providers, logistics partners, and inspection agencies.
• Monitor supply chain costs, including transportation, logistics, inventory holding, terminal utilization, demurrage, and product shrinkage, while identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Ensure full compliance with HSSE standards, product quality requirements, and applicable regulations, including Oil & Gas, Customs, transportation, mandatory stock, and biofuel regulations.
• Lead emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity planning related to supply operations.
• Manage departmental budgeting, performance reporting, talent development, and succession planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Business Administration, or another related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Supply Operations, Logistics, Procurement, Trading, or Distribution within the downstream oil & gas, energy, petrochemical, or related industries.
• Proven experience managing nationwide fuel supply operations, ensuring supply reliability, operational efficiency, and business continuity.
• Demonstrated experience in crisis management, emergency response, and Business Continuity Planning (BCP).
• Experience supporting retail network expansion, terminal development, or supply infrastructure projects will be a strong advantage.
• Strong leadership capability with excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Technical Expertise

The ideal candidate should possess strong knowledge and practical experience in:

• End-to-End Supply Chain Management
• Hydrocarbon Supply Management
• Supply & Demand Planning
• Inventory & Working Capital Management
• Fuel Logistics & Distribution Operations
• Supply Chain Cost Optimization
• Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Performance Management
• Commercial & Contract Management
• Product Quality Assurance
• HSSE and Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Management & Business Continuity Planning
• ERP & Digital Supply Chain Systems
• Data Analytics & Performance Dashboard Development
• Lean Operations & Continuous Improvement
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Why Join Us?

Join a growing organization where you will play a strategic role in strengthening our supply chain capabilities, driving operational excellence, and supporting the continued growth of our nationwide retail fuel business.

If you are ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.