Head of Operations - Petrochemical Trading

Head of Operations - Petrochemical Trading Head of Operations - Petrochemical Trading Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Kerry Consulting Senior Consultant - Commercial Trading | Energy & Commodities Practice Leadership role Asset - based Excellent career progression opportunity Description A Singapore-based company that combines trading with strategic ownership of production assets, focusing on petrochemicals and blending components. Due to a new business strategy, they are hiring a Head of Operations to lead the cargo, shipping, and chartering team. Key Responsibilities: Reporting to Managing Director. The Head of Operations will oversee the execution controls for all post-deal activities, including shipping and logistics, trade operations, hedging, chartering, and trade execution. The position will act as the main point of contact for third-party technical advisors, aligning on product performance and customer requirements. Additionally, the role will lead continuous improvements in commercial operations processes, systems, and internal controls, as well as inter-office coordination across regional teams. The role includes oversight of price benchmarks, hedging decisions, and financial risk assessments. Requirements: The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field. A minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in physical commodity trading operations is required, preferably within the energy or petrochemical sectors. The candidate should have deep operational knowledge of trade execution, hedging, chartering, and shipping, and a strong understanding of SDS documentation, product specifications, and compliance standards. Proven experience in managing operational risk, trade finance, counterparty exposure, and price benchmarking is essential. The successful candidate must be a strong communicator and team leader, capable of managing multiple internal and external stakeholders and driving operational excellence across the business. Apply To apply, please submit your resume to James Yan at James@kerryconsulting.com, quoting the job title and reference number JA34186. Only successful shortlisted candidates will be notified. Licence No: 16S8060 Registration no: R22104741 Leadership role Asset - based Excellent career progression opportunity Description A Singapore-based company that combines trading with strategic ownership of production assets, focusing on petrochemicals and blending components. Due to a new business strategy, they are hiring a Head of Operations to lead the cargo, shipping, and chartering team. Key Responsibilities: Reporting to Managing Director. The Head of Operations will oversee the execution controls for all post-deal activities, including shipping and logistics, trade operations, hedging, chartering, and trade execution. The position will act as the main point of contact for third-party technical advisors, aligning on product performance and customer requirements. Additionally, the role will lead continuous improvements in commercial operations processes, systems, and internal controls, as well as inter-office coordination across regional teams. The role includes oversight of price benchmarks, hedging decisions, and financial risk assessments. Requirements: The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field. A minimum of 10 years of senior leadership experience in physical commodity trading operations is required, preferably within the energy or petrochemical sectors. The candidate should have deep operational knowledge of trade execution, hedging, chartering, and shipping, and a strong understanding of SDS documentation, product specifications, and compliance standards. Proven experience in managing operational risk, trade finance, counterparty exposure, and price benchmarking is essential. The successful candidate must be a strong communicator and team leader, capable of managing multiple internal and external stakeholders and driving operational excellence across the business. Apply To apply, please submit your resume to James Yan at James@kerryconsulting.com, quoting the job title and reference number JA34186. Only successful shortlisted candidates will be notified. Licence No: 16S8060 Registration no: R22104741 Desired Skills and Experience Cargo Operations, Shipping operations, Chartering Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Supply Chain Industries Oil and Gas Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kerry Consulting by 2x Get notified about new Head of Operations jobs in Singapore River, Central Singapore Community Development Council, Singapore . Strategy and Operations Senior Manager, APAC Strategy & Operations Manager (Mid - Senior Level) Head of Client Services and Operations - ASEAN & North Asia Asst Director/ Sr Manager, Operations (Eye) Head of Logistics, Asia Pacific (Specialty Chemicals) Facilities Management Country Senior Manager - Vice President Operations Director (Supernature - A Organic Food Retail) Head of Operations - Petrochemical Trading APAC Head of Regional IT Management, Banking We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Location: Singapore, Singapore, SG

Posted Date: 8/22/2025