Head of Lubricants Operations - ADNOC Distribution UAE

Head of Lubricants Operations - ADNOC Distribution - Abu Dhabi

ADNOC Distribution is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the Lubricants Operations Division, overseeing production, supply chain, logistics, and toll blending operations across domestic and international markets. The role is responsible for driving operational excellence, cost optimization, and compliance with ADNOC's quality and HSE standards while supporting the company's strategic growth and transformation goals in the lubricants business.

Country: UAE City:
Abu Dhabi Industry: Oil & Energy Function:
Operations-Plant Management Salary:  monthly (Market estimated) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality:
Any Job Type: Full-time

• Lead all lubricant blending operations, supply chain, logistics, warehousing, and distribution activities within UAE and global markets
• Develop and implement toll blending strategies across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, China, the Indian Subcontinent, and Southeast Asia
• Support due diligence for identifying and finalizing toll blending partners, ensuring compliance with ADNOC's HSE and quality requirements
• Establish operational standards, policies, and KPIs for domestic and international blending operations to ensure cost efficiency and reliability
• Manage cost of goods sold (COGS) across all blending facilities, ensuring competitiveness and profitability
• Oversee ADNOC Grade III base oil, specialty products, and marine lubricants operations, ensuring optimal utilization of facilities and resources
• Coordinate with Finance, Supply Chain, and Sales to optimize production, demand planning, and raw material sourcing strategies
• Review and approve domestic and international toll blender invoices, cost price lists, and monthly reconciliations
• Supervise the registration and management of multiple toll blending partners across UAE and GCC countries
• Ensure accurate blending orders, purchase orders, and product deliveries to ADNOC Distribution warehouses
• Develop and manage international toll blending models including franchise, royalty, and subsidiary operations
• Ensure adherence to ADNOC's sustainability, HSE, and quality standards across all operations and supply chains
• Oversee terminal operations for ADNOC's base oil distribution and manage supply of specialty chemicals for internal use
• Support expansion of storage capacity and operational infrastructure to accommodate future business growth
• Lead supply chain, warehousing, and logistics functions for domestic and international operations to ensure efficiency and compliance
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for customer complaints or operational issues
• Drive ADNOC's digital transformation and AI adoption within the lubricant business for enhanced process efficiency

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
• MBA preferred
• Minimum 12 years of experience in lubricants blending operations, including at least 6 years in a managerial capacity
• Proven expertise in toll blending, supply chain, and operations management within the lubricants or petrochemical sector
• Strong background in project management and execution of large-scale operational initiatives
• Experience in international business operations and vendor management
• In-depth understanding of HSE regulations, ADNOC operational standards, and quality systems
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities with a focus on continuous improvement

• Lubricants blending and toll operations management
• Supply chain, warehousing, and logistics leadership
• Cost optimization and financial control
• Project management and process improvement
• Strategic planning and cross-border operations
• HSE compliance and quality management

• Competitive, tax-free compensation and executive benefits package
• Leadership role within ADNOC's fast-growing lubricants division
• Opportunity to drive operational transformation across international markets
• Exposure to strategic growth projects and business diversification initiatives
• Work in a dynamic and innovation-driven environment within one of the UAE's leading energy companies

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) Distribution is the UAE's largest fuel and lubricants retailer, providing a broad range of energy products and services domestically and internationally. As part of ADNOC Group, the company is committed to operational excellence, sustainability, and digital transformation while driving growth in the energy and lubricants sector across global markets.