Strategic Business Unit Head – Oil & Gas

About the role

The Strategic Business Unit Head – Oil & Gas will lead and scale the client’s gas business across Saudi Arabia and Kuwait, owning strategy, performance and full P&L responsibility. The role drives sustainable growth across upstream, midstream and downstream segments while ensuring reliable supply of industrial and specialty gases.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the Oil & Gas business strategy aligned with overall corporate objectives.
• Lead annual operating plans, budgeting and long‑term strategic planning.
• Drive cross‑functional alignment across commercial, operations, engineering and supply‑chain functions.
• Develop commercial strategy, pricing frameworks and value propositions for Oil & Gas clients.
• Expand market share with national oil companies, IOCs, EPC contractors and service firms.
• Lead major tenders, long‑term supply agreements and project‑based contracts.
• Own P&L, delivering revenue, profitability and cost performance for the SBU.
• Ensure reliable, uninterrupted supply of gases to critical Oil & Gas operations.
• Oversee operational performance of production facilities, onsite installations and logistics networks.
• Build and lead a high‑performing multi‑country team and act as executive sponsor for strategic customers.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or a related field.
• 12–15 years experience in Oil & Gas and/or industrial gases.
• Proven track record managing large commercial portfolios, NOCs, EPCs and major contracts.
• Experience across GCC/MENA markets preferred.
• Strong commercial and P&L management experience.
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills in English.

Required skills

• Strategic business planning.
• Commercial strategy and pricing.
• Supply‑chain and asset utilization.
• Project execution and EPC‑driven gas supply schemes.
• Financial performance monitoring and KPI management.