Refinery, Petrochemicals Supply Chain and Logistics Specialist

Aramco; Al Jubayl; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the global energy sector is seeking a Refinery, Petrochemicals Supply Chain and Logistics Specialist to join their LTC Program Development. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the refining and petrochemical industry, focusing on developing comprehensive supply chain strategies and overseeing major projects, contributing to the efficiency of operations and logistics.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in the refining and petrochemical industry.
• Knowledge of supply chain systems related to refining processes.
• Strong understanding of EPC phases for relevant projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a supply chain strategy for refinery and petrochemical complexes.
• Review plans for compliance with industry standards related to supply chain management.
• Lead development of supply chain strategies and optimize material flow.

Skills

Knowledge of refining processes

Supply chain operations

Commercial negotiations

Project development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Engineering

Advanced degree

Job description

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer.

With significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world, along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a forward-looking view of the future, backed by nine decades of experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility drives us to deliver societal and economic benefits to the Kingdom and to communities, economies, and countries relying on our vital and reliable energy supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies globally, ranked among the top five by market capitalization.

Overview

We are seeking a Refinery, Petrochemicals Supply Chain and Logistics Specialist to join the LTC Program Development.

As a recognized expert in the chemical business, IK Liquids to Chemicals Development Admin Area focuses on developing the production, shipping, and supply of refined products, chemical liquids, and solids (polymers).

Your primary role will be to develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy for one or more integrated refinery and petrochemical complexes.

Key Responsibilities

• Review plans and deliverables for new integrated refinery and petrochemical projects to ensure compliance with company standards, regulations, and industry codes related to supply chain management and logistics.
• Participate in prefeasibility/feasibility studies and pre-FEED/FEED phases for refinery and petrochemical projects, including EPC studies.
• Develop, review, and analyze engineering documents related to supply chain and logistics for refineries and petrochemical complexes, including marine terminals, jetties, berths, logistics hubs, pipelines, rail systems, storage tanks, warehouses, and packaging.
• Develop and negotiate commercial agreements such as MOUs, supply agreements, joint development agreements, and other contracts related to supply chain systems.
• Participate in market studies to understand supply and demand for targeted products.
• Collect and interpret data to determine supply chain KPIs.
• Lead and implement work processes and management systems, including logistics contract administration and operations improvement programs.
• Identify, assess, and optimize material flow and risk trade-offs across the supply chain.
• Lead the development of supply chain strategies, including customer/product analysis, segmentation, channels-to-market, investment, and sourcing decisions.
• Test supply chain design scenarios using simulation modeling.
• Develop timelines and coordinate with contractors to ensure project completion.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Engineering from a recognized program; an advanced degree is a plus.
• 15 years of experience in the refining and petrochemical industry.

• Knowledge of refining and petrochemical processes and their supply chain systems.
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations in refineries and petrochemical complexes.
• Experience in prefeasibility/feasibility studies and EPC phases for relevant projects.
• Experience in commercial negotiations and project development for third-party business models like BOO and BOOT.
• Knowledge of market supply and demand for major refined and petrochemical products.

Working Environment

Our high-performing employees are attracted by challenging and rewarding opportunities, supported by investment in capital and technology.

At Aramco, employees work on large-scale projects, with ongoing investment in talent development. We have a long-standing tradition of education and training, encouraging employees to enhance their sector-specific knowledge through extensive workforce development programs.