21 Principal Officer jobs in Oman

A leading logistics and freight forwarding company in Oman with established operations spanning warehousing, transportation, customs clearance, and international freight services. The client proudly serves key sectors including oil & gas, retail, manufacturing, and government entities. We are seeking a visionary Omani Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the company’s strategic direction and operational performance. The CEO will be responsible for driving sustainable growth, making high-level corporate decisions, managing overall resources and operations, and serving as the primary link between the Board of Directors and the company’s functions. Additionally, the CEO will act as the public representative of the organization and oversee department heads to ensure performance targets and organizational objectives are consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s overall strategy and growth plans.
• Oversee logistics operations including freight, warehousing, customs clearance, and distribution.
• Lead financial performance management including budgeting, P&L, and margin improvement.
• Drive digital transformation and enhance operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, ESG standards, Omanization policies, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ports, and government entities.
• Appoint and guide senior leadership; effectively allocate resources across departments.
• Provide regular performance and strategic reports to the Board of Directors.
• Represent the company in negotiations and at regional industry events.
• Uphold corporate governance, ethical standards, and foster a strong organizational culture.

Qualifications

• Omani national with 12–15 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or freight forwarding.
• Minimum of 3 years in a senior executive leadership role.
• Proven leadership experience in Oman or GCC, with strong market understanding.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, or related field (required).
• Master’s/MBA or specialized training in Corporate Leadership, Finance, or Law (preferred).
• Background in freight forwarding, 3PL, warehousing, customs, and port operations.
• Strong strategic planning and business execution skills.
• Excellent team leadership and performance management capabilities.
• Skilled in client relations, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience with corporate governance, ESG compliance, and quality management systems.
• Strong communication skills; fluency in English (Arabic is a plus).
• Ability to represent the company publicly and drive a performance-driven culture.

Job title : Chief Executive Officer

Stream: CEO Office

Location: Oman - Muscat

Budget control : OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant

Reporting to : OQEP BoD

Direct reports :

• Chief Executive Commercial
• Chief Finance Officer
• Chief Operating Officer
• Chief Executive People, Technology and Culture
• General Counsel

Job purpose

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is responsible for providing visionary leadership and strategic direction to drive sustainable economic growth, maximize shareholder value, and uphold the highest governance standards at OQEP. The role involves developing and overseeing the execution of the organization's long-term business strategy, ensuring it aligns with OQEP's vision, mission, and values while also adhering to national objectives and relevant regulatory requirements. Additionally, the role is involved in leading investment decisions, optimizing portfolio performance, and driving innovation in energy assets, while maintaining financial discipline and risk management. Furthermore, the CEO will foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, positioning OQEP as a leader in the energy sector domestically, regionally, and internationally, ultimately achieving long-term value creation for the organization and its stakeholders.

Notable Working Conditions

Office environment, intensive computer screen use, travel

• Strategic Leadership & Business Execution
• Develop and execute OQEP's vision and long-term strategy, ensuring sustainable growth, consistent shareholder value, and market leadership.
• Spearhead the formulation of both short-term and long-term strategies for OQEP, emphasizing portfolio optimization, cost efficiency, strategic partnerships, innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.
• Guide the Executive Leadership Team in driving business transformation, optimizing financial performance, and enhancing overall efficiency across the organization.
• Oversee upstream business operations, driving efficiency, technological advancement, and sustainable growth.
• Direct the development and implementation of cost-competitive strategies to maximize efficiency in exploration, field development, and production.
• Lead the identification and capitalization of new opportunities for strategic growth, partnerships, and acquisitions to enhance OQEP's market position.
• Spearhead the development and implementation of innovative solutions to enhance operational efficiency, and sustainability and increase competitiveness.
• Drive the transition towards a more sustainable energy future, integrating digital transformation and energy efficiency initiatives.
• Financial Performance & Market Strategy
• Oversee the organization's P&L, Cash Flow, CAPEX, EBITDA, and Net Profit to maximize shareholder returns.
• Develop and execute capital allocation strategies, including M&A, investments, and cost optimization.
• Guide the development and implementation of competitive pricing and market strategies to maximize profitability while mitigating exposure to price volatility and geopolitical risks.
• Monitor industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes and align OQEP's strategy in accordance.
• Governance, Risk & Compliance
• Oversee strict adherence to local and international regulatory requirements, financial reporting, industry best practices, and corporate governance frameworks.
• Direct the establishment and maintenance of a robust risk management framework to identify, assess, and mitigate financial, operational, environmental, and geopolitical risks.
• Drive a strong safety culture, ensuring the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance across all operations at OQEP.
• Work closely with the Board, Audit Committee, and Regulators to uphold corporate governance, financial transparency, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Oversee the implementation of ethical business practices across the organization and uphold the highest standards of corporate integrity and accountability.
• Investor & Shareholder Relations
• Serve as the primary spokesperson for OQEP, engaging with key government entities, including the Ministry of Energy & Minerals, regulators, and policymakers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with joint venture partners, international oil companies (IOCs), and national oil companies (NOCs).
• Cultivate strong relationships with institutional investors, analysts, rating agencies, and financial markets.
• Lead quarterly earnings calls, investor presentations, and financial disclosures, ensuring transparent communication of OQEP's financial performance, strategic initiatives, and market outlook to investors, analysts, and stakeholders.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication to bolster investor confidence and share performance.
• Represent OQEP at global industry forums, conferences, and investor meetings to enhance the company's reputation and attract investment.
• Foster collaboration with academic institutions, technology providers, and research organizations to drive industry innovation and workforce development.
• Sustainability and ESG leadership
• Oversee the integration of ESG principles into OQEP's strategic and operational decision-making to support the Sultanate of Oman's energy transition and decarbonization goals.
• Promote initiatives for low-carbon energy solutions, responsible resource management, and emissions reduction.
• Drive initiatives to enhance corporate social responsibility (CSR), community engagement, and socioeconomic development in the Sultanate of Oman.
• Oversee the alignment of OQEP's operations with international sustainability frameworks and industry best practices, positioning the organization as a responsible energy leader.
• Executive Leadership & Talent Development
• Lead and inspire a high-performing executive leadership team, ensuring alignment with OQEP's mission and strategic goals.
• Champion national talent development and Omanization initiatives, creating a robust succession pipeline and fostering local leadership capabilities.
• Promote a culture of innovation, integrity, operational excellence, sustainability, accountability, and continuous learning to enhance organizational effectiveness and agility.
• Ensure the implementation of best-in-class HR strategies, including competency frameworks, leadership development, performance management, and employee engagement programs.
• Champion OQEP's values, ensuring they are embedded in leadership behaviors, decision-making, and workplace culture.

Internal: Board of Directors, Audit Committee, Executive Leadership Team, relevant business entities, all functions and streams, corporate functions.

External: Muscat Stock Exchange, Oman Investment Authority (OIA), Ministry of Energy & Minerals, Customers, Third-party Labs, Joint Venture Partners, Investors & Financial Institutions, International Industry Bodies, Media & Analysts, Universities, Licensors, Vendors, Research institutions, Government Ministries, and Competitors.

Education requirements

• A Relevant University Degree is required.
• Master's degree in relevant field is preferred.

Language requirements

English - Arabic Fluent (required)

Background and experience

Competencies and skills

• 18+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in the energy industry (required).
• 6+ years in a senior leadership role, with a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale energy projects, teams, budgets, and business plans.

Soft skills

• Proven ability to inspire and lead organizational change effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills, facilitating clear and impactful interactions.
• Demonstrated capability to build effective synergies within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong aptitude for anticipating and predicting business trends, utilizing sound evaluative judgment-including scientific reasoning-especially in pathfinding situations that require creative thinking and the development of innovative concepts and approaches to advance knowledge and ensure business sustainability.
• Skilled in managing and resolving complex issues that require strategic thinking within broad functional policies and objectives.
• Expertise in defining and strategizing new business initiatives that focus on competitive advantages while navigating diversity, uncertainty, and complexity.
• Extensive experience in engaging with government entities, regulators, investors, and industry partners, particularly in the Middle East.

Technical

• M/S Office proficiency
• KPI development
• Exploration and Production
• Surface Operations
• Reservoir Management
• Project Delivery Upstream
• Asset Development
• Business Development Upstream
• Investment Strategies, Capital Allocation, and Financial Risk Management
• Joint Venture and Operated Asset Business Models
• HSE and Industry Regulations

Notices - This description preserves the original job information while improving structure and readability. It does not introduce new factual content.

The Personal Assistant (PA) to the CEO provides executive-level administrative support, ensuring efficient management of the CEO’s office. The role covers calendar and travel management, meeting coordination, confidential correspondence, project support, and stakeholder liaison.

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Support – Manage CEO’s calendar, correspondence, reports, and communications.
• Meeting Coordination – Organise meetings/board sessions, prepare agendas, minutes, and track action items.
• Information Management – Maintain accurate records and handle confidential information.
• Project Support – Assist with strategic initiatives, research, and data compilation.
• Stakeholder Liaison – Serve as contact point with internal teams, clients, partners, and board members.
• Travel & Events – Arrange travel logistics and coordinate CEO-related events.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration/Management/Communications (MBA preferred).
• Experience: 3–5 years as PA/EA or similar role; C-level support experience preferred.
• Technical Skills: MS Office proficiency; knowledge of project/scheduling tools (Trello, Asana, Google Workspace).
• Core Competencies: Excellent communication, organisation, time management, discretion, and problem-solving.
• Other: Flexibility to travel/work beyond regular hours; strong adaptability and multitasking ability.

The Personal Assistant (PA) to the CEO provides executive-level administrative support, ensuring efficient management of the CEO's office. The role covers calendar and travel management, meeting coordination, confidential correspondence, project support, and stakeholder liaison.

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Support - Manage CEO's calendar, correspondence, reports, and communications.
• Meeting Coordination - Organise meetings/board sessions, prepare agendas, minutes, and track action items.
• Information Management - Maintain accurate records and handle confidential information.
• Project Support - Assist with strategic initiatives, research, and data compilation.
• Stakeholder Liaison - Serve as contact point with internal teams, clients, partners, and board members.
• Travel & Events - Arrange travel logistics and coordinate CEO-related events.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's in Business Administration/Management/Communications (MBA preferred).
• Experience: 3-5 years as PA/EA or similar role; C-level support experience preferred.
• Technical Skills: MS Office proficiency; knowledge of project/scheduling tools (Trello, Asana, Google Workspace).
• Core Competencies: Excellent communication, organisation, time management, discretion, and problem-solving.
• Other: Flexibility to travel/work beyond regular hours; strong adaptability and multitasking ability.

Overview

CEO / CFO / Finance Head

We seek a highly experienced and qualified Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of our ferro alloys plant based in the Sohar Free Zone. The successful candidate will manage all the company’s financial aspects, including Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cost management, Risk management, and strategic planning. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of the manufacturing industry, particularly in ferroalloys.

• 1. Financial Reporting
  • Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Ensure compliance with all local and international financial reporting standards and regulations.
• 2. Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Lead the annual budgeting process, including preparing, reviewing, and analyzing financial data.
  • Develop accurate financial forecasts to guide business planning and decision-making.
• 3. Cash Flow and Treasury Management
  • Manage the company’s cash flow and working capital to ensure financial stability and liquidity.
  • Optimize the capital structure and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
  • Develop strategies for effective working capital management.
• 4. Cost Management
  • Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results, and the company’s actual performance compared to the business plans.
  • Implement cost control measures to improve profitability.
• 5. Inventory Management
  • Oversee inventory valuation and control, ensuring accurate tracking of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
  • Implement strategies to minimize inventory holding costs and prevent obsolescence.
• 6. Financial Strategy & Planning
  • Develop and implement financial strategies that support the company’s business objectives.
  • Provide financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets, and business drivers.
• 7. Risk Management
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks related to the company’s operations, investments, and external environment.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure financial control and compliance.
• 8. Audits and Compliance
  • Oversee compliance, including filing returns and managing audits.
  • Ensure compliance with local and international statutory laws and regulations.
• 9. Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Collaborate with other departments to support overall company goals and objectives.
• 10. Stakeholder Communication
  • Liaise with stakeholders, including investors, banks, suppliers, and regulatory authorities, providing accurate financial information and updates.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and board meetings.
  • Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, providing insights and recommendations on financial matters.
  • Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team.

• A Professional Accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CMA, ACCA) and a master’s degree in Finance and Accounting.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the manufacturing industry, focusing on ferro alloys or similar products.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with Cash flow forecasting, financial modeling, and analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, responsibility to the Board of Directors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

CEO / CFO / Finance Head

We seek a highly experienced and qualified Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of our ferro alloys plant based in the Sohar Free Zone. The successful candidate will manage all the company's financial aspects, including Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cost management, Risk management, and strategic planning. This role requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of the manufacturing industry, particularly in ferroalloys.

• 1. Financial Reporting
  • Oversee the preparation and presentation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Ensure compliance with all local and international financial reporting standards and regulations.
• 2. Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Lead the annual budgeting process, including preparing, reviewing, and analyzing financial data.
  • Develop accurate financial forecasts to guide business planning and decision-making.
• 3. Cash Flow and Treasury Management
  • Manage the company's cash flow and working capital to ensure financial stability and liquidity.
  • Optimize the capital structure and manage relationships with banks and financial institutions.
  • Develop strategies for effective working capital management.
• 4. Cost Management
  • Analyze costs, pricing, variable contributions, sales results, and the company's actual performance compared to the business plans.
  • Implement cost control measures to improve profitability.
• 5. Inventory Management
  • Oversee inventory valuation and control, ensuring accurate tracking of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
  • Implement strategies to minimize inventory holding costs and prevent obsolescence.
• 6. Financial Strategy & Planning
  • Develop and implement financial strategies that support the company's business objectives.
  • Provide financial analysis and guidance on all activities, plans, targets, and business drivers.
• 7. Risk Management
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks related to the company's operations, investments, and external environment.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure financial control and compliance.
• 8. Audits and Compliance
  • Oversee compliance, including filing returns and managing audits.
  • Ensure compliance with local and international statutory laws and regulations.
• 9. Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
  • Collaborate with other departments to support overall company goals and objectives.
• 10. Stakeholder Communication
  • Liaise with stakeholders, including investors, banks, suppliers, and regulatory authorities, providing accurate financial information and updates.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and board meetings.
  • Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, providing insights and recommendations on financial matters.
  • Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team.

• A Professional Accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, CMA, ACCA) and a master's degree in Finance and Accounting.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in the manufacturing industry, focusing on ferro alloys or similar products.
• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting principles, and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with Cash flow forecasting, financial modeling, and analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, responsibility to the Board of Directors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Position Overview

Position: Chief Executive Officer - One of OIA Entities

A dynamic, visionary, and commercially astute Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is required to lead a well-established manufacturing company in the flexible packaging and woven bags sector. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in industrial operations, international market development, and strategic leadership. This role entails driving long-term value creation, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.

• Define and implement a transformative 3–5-year growth strategy.
• Identify market-entry opportunities, including partnerships, joint ventures, and acquisitions.
• Represent the company externally, enhancing reputation with regulatory authorities, financial institutions, and key stakeholders.

• Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across manufacturing operations.
• Improve operational KPIs, including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), quality metrics, throughput, and safety.
• Drive plant modernization initiatives, including automation, digitization, and sustainability enhancements.

• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for both existing and new product lines.
• Lead business development to penetrate high-margin export markets.
• Foster key account relationships, pricing models, and customer experience improvements.

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning.
• Optimize working capital, cost structures, and banking relationships.
• Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements, and board policies.

• Build and nurture a high-performing leadership team.
• Promote a culture of performance, integrity, and innovation.
• Lead succession planning and workforce engagement programs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management (required)
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification (preferred)
• Minimum 15 years in industrial manufacturing or packaging industries
• At least 5 years in a CEO, Managing Director, or General Manager role in a mid-to-large organization

• Deep understanding of flexible packaging, rotogravure printing, lamination, or woven bag production
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, automation technologies, and sustainability practices

• Proven success in developing export markets and client portfolios
• Strong B2B sales leadership and contract negotiation experience

• Proficiency in managing P&L, budgeting, treasury, and capital expenditure
• Experience with financial turnaround or cost optimization programs

• Strategic thinking and execution capability
• High emotional intelligence and communication skills
• Track record of building cohesive and accountable leadership teams

• Fluent English required; Arabic or additional language skills are advantageous

• Launch a market diversification or export growth initiative
• Improve operational efficiency and reduce production waste by 10–15%
• Achieve measurable cost savings in debt or supplier negotiations
• Develop a senior leadership pipeline with at least three internal successors identified

Location: Sultanate of Oman

Type: Full-time Executive Role

Compensation: Competitive base salary, performance-based bonus.

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV and a cover letter outlining relevant leadership experience and achievements. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.

Position: Chief Executive Officer - One of OIA Entities

A dynamic, visionary, and commercially astute Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is required to lead a well-established manufacturing company in the flexible packaging and woven bags sector. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in industrial operations, international market development, and strategic leadership. This role entails driving long-term value creation, operational excellence, and sustainable business growth.

• Define and implement a transformative 3-5-year growth strategy.
• Identify market-entry opportunities, including partnerships, joint ventures, and acquisitions.
• Represent the company externally, enhancing reputation with regulatory authorities, financial institutions, and key stakeholders.

• Provide strategic and hands-on leadership across manufacturing operations.
• Improve operational KPIs, including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), quality metrics, throughput, and safety.
• Drive plant modernization initiatives, including automation, digitization, and sustainability enhancements.

• Develop and execute go-to-market strategies for both existing and new product lines.
• Lead business development to penetrate high-margin export markets.
• Foster key account relationships, pricing models, and customer experience improvements.

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning.
• Optimize working capital, cost structures, and banking relationships.
• Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, audit requirements, and board policies.

• Build and nurture a high-performing leadership team.
• Promote a culture of performance, integrity, and innovation.
• Lead succession planning and workforce engagement programs.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Industrial Management (required)
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification (preferred)
• Minimum 15 years in industrial manufacturing or packaging industries
• At least 5 years in a CEO, Managing Director, or General Manager role in a mid-to-large organization

• Deep understanding of flexible packaging, rotogravure printing, lamination, or woven bag production
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, automation technologies, and sustainability practices

• Proven success in developing export markets and client portfolios
• Strong B2B sales leadership and contract negotiation experience

• Proficiency in managing P&L, budgeting, treasury, and capital expenditure
• Experience with financial turnaround or cost optimization programs

• Strategic thinking and execution capability
• High emotional intelligence and communication skills
• Track record of building cohesive and accountable leadership teams

• Fluent English required; Arabic or additional language skills are advantageous

• Launch a market diversification or export growth initiative
• Improve operational efficiency and reduce production waste by 10-15%
• Achieve measurable cost savings in debt or supplier negotiations
• Develop a senior leadership pipeline with at least three internal successors identified

Location: Sultanate of Oman

Type: Full-time Executive Role

Compensation: Competitive base salary, performance-based bonus.

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV and a cover letter outlining relevant leadership experience and achievements. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.

Overview

General Purpose: Directs and oversees the overall Operation, Maintenance, and technical support of OFM production assets; under the general direction of the CEO, the COO ensures sustainable value generation for the company by delegating authority to OFM CEOs as the owners of the production assets (Flour and Feed Mills), technical standards (Engineering, Maintenance, QAQC), and ultimate authority for technical service providers, safety district owners, permits of work, and operational licenses. Performing in a matrix organization that encompasses the vertical line to deliver expected outcomes based on implementing business strategies, policies, plans, procedures, operation, development & maintenance of its assets, and Project control of KPIs while keeping its license to operate, acting as a prudent operator on behalf of OFM. Ensuring day-to-day operations with efficient results in safety, production, plant integrity & process safety, availability, utilization, energy consumption, cost, emergency response, and quality of products in line with the short business plans & long-term strategy/objectives for the gross margin and profitability of the company with competitive performance (Operational Excellence) continuous improvement, and a sufficient organizational capability for its operational continuity and long-term sustainability.

Main Accountabilities:

Strategic:

• Establish the short- and long-term strategy for Oman Flour Mills assets and translate it into operating plans with objectives and performance indicators for the measurement of success to support the achievement of the OFM strategic objectives.
• Lead and direct multiple teams of professionals to develop an operating plan for the Operations, Maintenance, and Technical value chain for OFM assets, production storage, and handling, setting production targets and an OPEX budget based on the Company’s business plan, upon liaising with relevant Functions (e.g., Finance, Commercial / Sales) to achieve the OFM’s objectives (production and gross margin targets).
• Monitor KPIs (operational and financial), assess performance and risk, and work with relevant Services (e.g. Operational Excellence) to design and implement measures to mitigate risks and improve efficiency and safety.
• Work with Engineers to improve asset integrity to ensure sustainable value generation from the OFM assets, making business cases for CAPEX where relevant.
• Provide timely and accurate inputs for the development of management reports to support the CEO, the BOD and the Stakeholders' decisions
• Develop and implement an asset reporting framework in line with applicable laws and regulations.
• Ensure OFM assets are operated in accordance with required policy and standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and business needs in an effective and timely manner.
• Represent the Company concerning key stakeholders (employees, local communities, and governmental authorities).
• Lead and manage the Local Oman staff, including workforce planning (hiring and deployment within the function), performance management, and development of direct reports to maximize their potential and engagement.
• Approves budgets for the operation areas of the company.
• Targets and initiates operational partnerships with other companies.
• Generates new business and approves new projects.
• Responsible for day-to-day operations.
• Identifies risks and ensures appropriate strategies are in place.
• Ensures the correct practices are being met
• Attends board meetings and other presentations as per the CEO’s request, reporting progress against the OFM business plans, opportunities, challenges, and issues faced; mitigations are taken and course correction actions, etc., as required, to make an informed decision.
• Establish, in close partnership with the CEO, metrics to manage key elements of the company’s operational performance required to meet both customer and financial expectations.
• Develop, establish, and direct execution of operating policies and procedures to support overall company policies and objectives and ensure that the company’s policies and procedures are implemented and followed by all personnel, changing or adding to such policies and procedures as required.
• Establish and monitor performance reporting systems (i.e., track production performance against goals, ensure that site managers provide quality regular reports and provide regular updates to the CEO)
• Regularly evaluate operating procedures and create centralized best practices within different production lines to ensure uniform performance throughout the manufacturing processing facilities.
• Take charge in high-priority crises.

As the ultimate owner of the assets:

• Ensure total Production Asset Integrity.
• Ensure total Production Process Safety.
• Custodian of the license to Operate.
• Oversee the 10-year Asset Master Plan to meet regulatory requirements and business needs on a timely basis.
• Oversee the Production and Product quality as per Sales and Supply Chain plans and incremental gross margin optimization (unit operations, Flour Mills and Feed Mills, utility consumption/optimization).
• Overseas effective cost control and drive towards competitive unit cost and accountability for costs such as maintenance, HSSE, QAQC, and production.

As the ultimate Technical Service provider:

Overseas and ensures the delivery of effective (quality) and efficient (cost) services to Company assets, their owners, and users to meet their strategic and operational objectives.

• Maintenance : Overseas the delivery of routine and non-routine maintenance in accordance with the technical standards to deliver the required Reliability at a competitive cost. Development of Asset Management Plans and Maintenance strategy with routine maintenance, programmed maintenance, and long-term extraordinary maintenance to keep availability and functionality as per requirements. Process turnaround and associated tools/systems. Together with Procurement, optimize material Inventory Value (spares and stock) and Reliability.
• Engineering: Overseas the delivery of all technical services to support operations (mechanical, electrical, and civil). Custodian of the Design and Engineering practices and Process Licenses. Verification of the specifications for process materials & utilities for Operations. Process owner of Safeguarding Instrumented Systems, PMO & Processes, Asset Integrity, and associated tools/systems (SAP - Projects). Oversees and ensures the delivery of effective (quality) and efficient (cost) engineering services to Asset Owners to meet their operational objectives.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Chemical, process, food science).
• Postgraduate degree in Engineering management or Planning (preferred).

Experience

• The position requires 15+ years of experience, with at least 10 years in Flour and/or Feed mills.
• 5+ years in a senior management role (managing multiple teams).
• 5+ years managing multidisciplinary teams in operations.
• Manufacturing/operations management experience.

Know-How

• Knowledge of Production process operations, business, financial, budgets, stewardship, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the area of HSE and committed to ownership of environmental, health, and safety areas relating to process operations.
• Knowledge of Interrelationships of various manufacturing services, distribution, marketing, and technical support functions.
• Knowledge of Strategy Development, Business Planning and Finance.
• Knowledge of Project Management.
• Knowledge of Maintenance routine and non-routine standards and engineering areas (Electrical, mechanical, Static, Instrument, and Turnaround).
• Knowledge in HAZOP, technical courses, and stress analysis.
• Technical understanding of the food manufacturing industry.
• Understanding of the food manufacturing industry and business financial aspects.