Job description:

Specialities is a Global Business within Global Commercial, managing Shell’s Supply, Logistics, Operations, Sales and Marketing of Bitumen and Sulphur. 
The Engineering and Operations Excellence team (E&OE) is a global team of functional matter experts who support, enable and constructively challenge our regional P&L teams in the delivery of our growth aspirations. In order to do this we:

• Own and develop of standards, processes and tools to help the regional teams to deliver the business goals.

• Facilitate of the development/coaching, competence building and networking of global functional communities.

• Support the implementation of standards and continuous improvement by spreading best practices, and identifying/developing and delivering specific business initiatives to reduce costs and/or improve service levels.

The Global Operations Excellence Manager within the Engineering and Operations Excellence team (E&OE) is expected to help drive costs down globally and promote a continuous improvement mindset in Operations. This is a senior role and the incumbent will take accountability for the development and delivery of a number of key strategic initiatives within Specialities and also focusing on contracting and service level advancements.

Key Responsibilities
 

• Lead the contract holder community and act as a coach and SME (Subject Matter Expert) to further the development and competence of all contract owners and holders. Develop a strong symbiotic relationship with CP (Contracting and Procurement), bring the tools CP has in place into constant practice in Specialities.

• Conduct internal and external benchmarking in both Bitumen and Sulphur and develop and champion initiatives to give sites to 1st quartile performance.

• Create, maintain and share cost performance KPI’s globally.  Participate as an active member of regional cost reduction teams.

• Optimize depot operation through best practice sharing, standardization and targeted capital improvements. 

• Develop and maintain accurate operational tariff costs for each region.

• Managing initiatives and interfaces on a global basis.

• Convincing the organization to execute through influence rather than direct authority.

• Managing diverse stakeholders across a global geography.

• Successfully meeting the needs of two distinct businesses [Sulphur & Bitumen] across regions with significant growth, footprint & improvement programs.

Requirements:

• Degree in technical discipline or equivalent Engineering, Supply Chain, Shipping or CP professional.

• Good working knowledge of Operations/Manufacturing, Logistics.

• Commercial mindset with experience in developing business cases and stakeholder management.

• Ability to think strategically and see the big picture.

• Must be able to work independently and create bridges across functions. Keen eye for details yet able to distill the key messages in communications.

 
Competencies:

• Operations:

  • Understanding of the cost levers in the Specialties manufacturing process.

  • Knowledge of operations and how different delivery models could affect our CVP.

  • Continuous Improvement lean practitioner certification.

• Supply:

  • Value Chain Management and E2E profitability.

  • Supply Chain Integration and Optimization.

  • Refinery Configurations & Processes.

• Contracting and Procurement:

  • Contract Holder competency.

  • Negotiation.

• Leadership

  • Delivers Results through others.

  • Lead delivery through engagement and accountability. 

  • Focus effort on the bottom line.

  • Continuously improve processes to enhance competitiveness.

Number of Vacancies: 1

• Meaningful work in a company that is universally respected as a truly global energy leader (one of the world’s biggest companies according to Fortune Global 500)
• Unique opportunity to fulfill your potential with personal and professional development programs
• Work in a smart and motivated team within a supportive and inclusive culture with strong values
• Attractive salary and bonuses
• Complex medical care and individual life insurance
• Sports programme & facilities e.g. Multisport Benefits Card, vouchers for free time activities
• Good atmosphere at work and comfortable working environment: own canteen and a few relax rooms
• Opportunity to participate in social and community projects