• Oversee and manage daily operations of the petrochemical plant or business, ensuring adherence to production schedules, safety protocols, and quality standards.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve business goals, including revenue growth, market expansion, and operational efficiency.
• Manage budgets, cost controls, and resource allocation to ensure profitability and sustainability.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, engineering, sales, and logistics, to ensure smooth operations and achieve performance targets.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, environmental standards, and company policies, including health and safety guidelines.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, clients, regulatory authorities, and business partners.
• Analyze operational metrics and market trends to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost optimization.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in production technologies, supply chain management, and product development.
• Oversee risk management strategies, including contingency planning for supply chain disruptions or operational challenges.
• Report on company performance to the board of directors, highlighting achievements, challenges, and strategies for improvement.
• Extensive experience in petrochemical operations, including production, distribution, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and align teams toward common goals.
• In-depth knowledge of the petrochemical industry’s technical, operational, and market dynamics.
• Exceptional problem-solving, decision-making, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Financial acumen, including expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting within the petrochemical sector.
• Proficiency in process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for engaging with clients, suppliers, and government bodies.
• Familiarity with petrochemical industry-specific software and ERP systems.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Petrochemical Engineering, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
RAR Holding group of companies has been in existence for the past 47 years. Initially established as wood coatings company, RAR Holding has broadened its activity to include trading and manufacturing of a comprehensive range of coatings products. Later, the group initiated an aggressive vertical integration strategy and entered the world of Petrochemicals and became the largest producer of White Spirit in the MEA region. Founded by Mr. Rabih Reaidy, RAR Holding is aggressively expanding through the GCC, Levant, Africa and Europe. The Holding’s headquarters is located in the UAE where it is considered market leader in wood coatings both in sales and new product development. Since its inception, the company has grown in terms of acquisition and expansion into other areas. This has catapulted the company to success with annual sales being placed at 183 million dollars in 2018.