Hub Operations Manager - META

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Castrol is a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, one of the world’s largest energy companies. In India, Castrol is a publicly listed company, leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors. With iconic brands, steadfast innovation, strong customer relationships, and a team of highly motivated employees, we have maintained our market leadership in India for over a century. Our robust manufacturing and distribution network in India helps us reach consumers through more than 135,000 outlets. At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of championing top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally.   This is a role within the Castrol organisation, and the successful candidate will become part of the Castrol ring-fence.  If you are part of the ring-fence, it is expected that your employment will move with Castrol to new ownership

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Hub Operations Manager to lead our META (Middle East, Turkey, and Africa) hub operations. This role is crucial for optimizing logistics, ensuring efficient supply chain management, and driving value creation across the region.

Job Responsibilities Oversee and manage all operational aspects of the META hub, ensuring smooth and efficient processes.

Implement and champion Agility core practices and utilize relevant Agility tools to enhance operational effectiveness.

Conduct in-depth analytical thinking to identify opportunities for improvement and resolve complex operational challenges.

Apply strong business and commercial acumen to drive profitability and operational excellence.

Develop and execute comprehensive logistics management strategies, optimizing transportation, warehousing, and inventory.

Lead and participate in critical negotiations with suppliers and partners, utilizing robust negotiation planning and preparation.

Manage various projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget.

Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks through effective risk management strategies.

Monitor and improve supplier performance through rigorous Supplier Performance Management frameworks.

Cultivate and maintain strong Supplier Relationship Management practices to foster mutually beneficial partnerships.

Develop and implement robust supply chain management strategies to enhance efficiency and resilience.

Integrate sustainability awareness and initiatives into daily operations and strategic planning.

Identify and implement opportunities for value creation and management throughout the supply chain.

Job Qualifications Proven experience in a senior operations management role, preferably within a global or regional hub environment.

Demonstrated expertise in Agility core practices and relevant Agility tools.

Exceptional analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Strong business acumen and commercial awareness.

Extensive experience in logistics management and supply chain optimization.

Highly skilled in negotiating, with a track record of successful negotiation planning and preparation.

Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.

Solid understanding and practical application of risk management principles.

Experience in supplier performance management and supplier relationship management.

Deep knowledge of supply chain management best practices.

Awareness and commitment to sustainability principles and practices.

Proven ability to identify and drive value creation and management initiatives.  

At Castrol, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others! We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

Travel Requirement: Negligible travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance: This role is eligible for relocation within country Remote Type: This position is not available for remote working Skills: Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Commercial Acumen, Digital Fluency, Logistics Management, Negotiating, Negotiation planning and preparation, Project Management, Risk Management, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supply chain management, Sustainability awareness and action, Value creation and management .

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please  contact us .

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.