LNG Growth Director: SEA Partnerships

Vopak Netherlands; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 200,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Vopak Netherlands seeks a Business Development Director - LNG to lead regional LNG opportunities, structuring partnerships, and evaluating capital investments across Southeast Asia and adjacent regions. You will guide cross-functional teams to deliver projects from concept to readiness.

The role demands 10+ years in LNG commercial roles with Asia experience, strong negotiation and presentation skills, and the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams globally.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of commercial LNG experience focusing on origination, project development and execution.
• Extensive knowledge of LNG infrastructure development, stakeholders, logistics, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven record in leading and managing complex deal structures with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams in-country and globally.
• Familiarity with Asia business landscape.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue LNG storage and terminal opportunities across Southeast Asia and nearby regions.
• Structure partnerships, JVs, and contracts with customers and stakeholders.
• Present rigorous business cases highlighting benefits and risks to senior leadership.
• Lead cross-functional teams including engineering partners and suppliers for on-time project delivery.
• Negotiate and oversee major EPC and customer contracts to align with business objectives and compliance.
• Guide local project teams through execution to readiness.

Skills

Commercial LNG experience

Origination

Project development

Execution

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Job description

Vopak Netherlands seeks a Business Development Director - LNG to lead regional LNG opportunities, structuring partnerships, and evaluating capital investments across Southeast Asia and adjacent regions. You will guide cross-functional teams to deliver projects from concept to readiness.

The role demands 10+ years in LNG commercial roles with Asia experience, strong negotiation and presentation skills, and the ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams globally.