Start your career as a General Manager - Business Development (KSA) at Vopak Middle East B.V. and be part of the Management Team of the BU Vopak Asia and Middle East (Vopak AME). You are responsible for the development and implementation of the business strategy and plan of KSA. You will also drive the overall performance of the Vopak KSA network in terms of safety (SHEQ), service and financial results as well as the culture of and sustainable cooperation within the network of Vopak KSA and between Vopak AME and the global Vopak network
What will you do as a General Manager - Business Development (KSA) ?
As a General Manager - Business Development (KSA), you will identify, initiate, develop and guide the growth potential in the energy transition field in the Asia Middle East (AME) division focusing on KSA. Business development activities vary from developing energy transition projects to developing and marketing new business concepts.
What do we offer you?
A career at Vopak means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to be a part of a visionary, global tank storage services leader with a heritage of over 400 years and work with some of the brightest minds in the industry. We embrace inclusion and diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment, which is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. Besides a competitive salary package, we offer a comprehensive local benefits program for our employees.
What do we expect from you as a General Manager, Business Development (KSA) ?
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Economics or a related field
10+ years successful project development/investment experience in infrastructure or oil & gas projects
Familiarity with the KSA economy: users, producers, consumers, opportunities, technologies, cost drivers and key risks is preferred
Familiarity/competence with project management processes and fundamentals
Track record of relevant professional experience working with and influencing large, interdisciplinary and international teams
Self-motivated and able to work with limited guidance
Flexible mindset, able to challenge traditional thinking and prepared to work outside the comfort zone
Strong business acumen, commercial creativity with an entrepreneurial spirit
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Your core responsibilities are:
Identify, develop and drive the complete Business Development plan through expansion in existing and new markets and targeted acquisitions in Vopak AME division. This will also involve identifying new growth opportunities, formulating, implementing and monitoring clear action plans and further optimizing existing business practices
Participate in the Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and divestment projects in division AME
Work closely and communicate effectively with customers, competitors, government-owned companies and make visits to engage them and observe the ground reality
Develop and manage a network in KSA with relevant internal and external stakeholders in the functional area, representing Vopak's interest in the main platforms aligned with Vopak AME and according to the agreed relation
Understand regulatory environment, identify and seek applicable subsidies and grants
Coordinate the work of the project development team including relevant functions (engineering, legal, finance, etc…) as well as the work of external consultants supporting the opportunity development
Provide input on Vopak’s global strategy
Want to start as General Manager, Business Development (KSA) at Vopak?
We are interested in learning more about you. To send your application, click the 'apply' button. For more information about the vacancy, please email hrasia@vopak.com
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This Job Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may cover other related duties to meet the ongoing organizational needs.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
The successful candidate will be awarded a local employment contract.
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