Department Manager (Specialty Chemical)
A leading organisation in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemicals sector is seeking a Department Manager – Oil & Gas Petrochemicals to join their team. This is a newly created position offering an experienced industry professional the opportunity to take ownership of a dedicated business segment and play a key role in shaping its future growth.
Department Manager – Oil & Gas Petrochemicals
Location: Tangerang
Employment: Permanent
Keywords: Leadership, business management, Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, business strategy, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, people management, business development, collaborative, supportive leadership
A leading organisation in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemicals sector is seeking a Department Manager – Oil & Gas Petrochemicals to join their team. This is a newly created position offering an experienced industry professional the opportunity to take ownership of a dedicated business segment and play a key role in shaping its future growth.
What you'll do:
As Department Manager – Oil & Gas Petrochemicals, you will be responsible for managing the department's people, commercial activities, operational planning and financial performance.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Lead and manage the department, providing direction, coaching and support to team members while fostering a collaborative and accountable working environment.
- Take ownership of the department's overall business performance, working closely with the Division Manager to achieve strategic and commercial objectives.
- Develop and execute business strategies and annual plans aligned with the wider Oil & Gas division and company objectives.
- Prepare and manage the department's operational budget, including expense planning, cost control and resource allocation.
- Lead the forecasting process, monitoring business performance against budgets and identifying corrective actions where required.
- Analyse and interpret financial statements and key financial indicators to support business decisions.
- Monitor key business indicators including sales performance, profitability, stock levels, debtor balances and other relevant financial metrics.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Oil & Gas and Petrochemicals market.
What you bring:
The ideal candidate for the Department Manager – Oil & Gas Petrochemicals role brings 10–15+ years of relevant professional experience, with substantial exposure to the Oil & Gas and/or Petrochemicals industry.
You will have demonstrated experience not only in sales or commercial activities, but also in leading people and managing a business function, with a strong understanding of budgets, forecasts and financial performance.
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 10–15 years of relevant experience, preferably within Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals or a closely related industrial sector.
- Proven experience in people management and leadership.
- Demonstrated ability to manage both people and business performance.
- Strong experience in business strategy, budgeting and forecasting.
- Ability to read, understand and interpret financial statements and use financial information to support business decisions.
- Strong commercial understanding with experience managing customers, business portfolios and growth initiatives.
- Good understanding of Oil & Gas and Petrochemicals industry dynamics.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation provides an environment where experienced professionals can take meaningful ownership of their business area while working closely with supportive senior leadership.
Employees can benefit from:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Profit-sharing incentive
- Company Car for business use
- Transportation support
- Rental car arrangement where applicable
- Phone billing reimbursement
- Comprehensive medical coverage including outpatient, dental, optical and inpatient care
Apply now to explore the opportunity further.
Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.
About the job
Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Sales
Focus: Sales - Product
Industry: Oil and Gas
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Senior Management
Language: English - Professional working
Location: Tangerang
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: OSVH30-A060ED27
Date posted: 18 September 2026
Consultant: Rio Allesandro
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