Principal Transformation

OQ; Oman; On-site; OMR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

OQ seeks an experienced Transformation leader to drive improvement initiatives across the organization in line with RPI strategic objectives. You will own standards and governance for initiative management, work with senior leadership, and ensure value realization across the transformation program.

You will lead performance analytics, develop governance templates, and mentor analysts. Strong English skills are required; Arabic is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Economics is required.
• 10–12 years of experience in transformation management, performance improvement, or strategic project leadership is expected.
• Excellent command of English (written and spoken); Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of the Improvement Management process aligned with strategic objectives.
• Act as governance lead for strategic priorities and ensure value realization and reporting.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Coaching

Prioritization

Influencing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Economics

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Performance dashboards

Project & portfolio tools

Job description

Lead the execution of Improvement Management process in line with OQ RPI strategic objectives under Head of Transformation scope acting as owner of standards tools for resource planning prioritization of improvement initiatives and plans and continuously improve initiatives management procedures practices and systems in order to contribute with Business improvement goals at RPI amp Plastics. The position will act in accordance with the Group s Mission Vision Values amp Strategies as well as policies guidelines and international standards supported by an IT Technology platform HSE standards government amp other legal justifications and best international practices in consonance with national objectives strong

strong Main tasks and responsibilities

strong Strategic Transformation Leadership strong

• strong Drive RPI wide Transformation strategy for strategic priorities ensuring initiatives deliver measurable value and align with the company long term ambitions amp Solomon targets Ensure alignment of initiatives with company objectives business priorities and strategic themes
• Advise senior management on initiative prioritization sequencing and interdependencies

strong Governance and Strategic Priority Management strong

• strong Act as focal point and governance lead for assigned strategic priorities own governance delivery and ensure Sponsors and Core Teams meet agreed performance and reporting standards progress tracking and value realization
• Prepare and present comprehensive progress reviews key risks and performance insights to the Transformation Steering Committee TSC Ensure proper documentation alignment and accountability for initiatives under each strategic priority

strong Performance Analytics and Value Realization strong

• strong Lead initiative performance and value realization assessments ensuring accurate reporting of financial and operational impact
• Translate analytical insights into strategic recommendations for decision-makers
• Benchmark performance and identify improvement opportunities across transformation workstreams
• Ensure validation of the expected and realized benefits in coordination with BVC

strong Framework and Methodology Development strong

• strong Develop and enhance the governance framework templates and processes for initiative management and performance tracking
• Drive adoption of best practices and standardization across all transformation activities

strong Stakeholder and Leadership Engagement strong

• strong Engage with senior leadership initiative sponsors and functional heads to drive ownership and accountability for transformation outcomes
• Facilitate and coordinate key decision-making forums including steering committees and core team reviews
• Ensure high-quality insight-driven materials are presented for executive decision-making

strong Communication and Organizational Engagement strong

• strong Lead the preparation of communication materials presentations and success stories related to assigned strategic priorities
• Support organization-wide communication campaigns workshops and engagement sessions to build transformation awareness

strong Capability Building and Coaching strong

• strong Mentor Analysts and initiative owners enhancing their understanding of initiative management and value realization
• Contribute to developing departmental capabilities and improving overall transformation maturity

strong Key interactions strong

• strong Internal OQ RPI Leadership OMT Functions Finance Strategy PMO Transformation Office Strategic Priority Core Teams Initiative SponsorsExternal Consultants benchmarking partners and industry associations

strong Notable Working Conditions strong

• strong Office environment intensive computer screen use traveling

Education requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Business, Engineering, or Economics

Language

• Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) - Arabic - Native (desirable)

Background and experience

• 10-12 years of experience in transformation management, performance improvement, or strategic project leadership.

Competencies and skills

Soft:

• Strong leadership and influencing capability across senior levels.
• Strategic and analytical thinking.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to coach and mentor others.
• Proactive and structured in managing multiple priorities.

Technical:

• Expert in initiative governance, value tracking, and performance analytics.
• Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Excel, and performance dashboards.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or transformation frameworks.
• Proficient in project and portfolio management tools