Castrol Global OCC Delivery Manager

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Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group Job Description:

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.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Supply Chain function of Castrol Lubricants as part of the Competitive Delivery team. As the Global Delivery Manager – Operational Cost Competitiveness (OCC), you will lead the implementation of central initiatives designed to improve the competitiveness of Castrol's products and operations.

This role focuses on delivering large-scale transformation projects across the value chain, including product and raw material portfolio optimization, supply chain network improvements, and manufacturing site transformations. You will play a key role in driving operational efficiency, cost competitiveness, and sustainable business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of Operational Cost Competitiveness (OCC) initiatives across the global supply chain.
• Handle complex transformation programs that improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen competitiveness.
• Drive implementation of projects involving: Product portfolio optimization Raw material rationalization Manufacturing footprint and network optimization Supply chain and logistics transformation
• Develop and complete project roadmaps, ensuring delivery of agreed business outcomes.
• Build alignment across multiple partner groups with contending priorities.
• Partner closely with Manufacturing, Logistics, Operations, Procurement, Marketing, Technology, and regional Performance Units (PUs).
• Monitor project performance, handle risks, and ensure effective governance throughout delivery.
• Assess the commercial implications of supply chain decisions and recommend solutions that balance operational and business objectives.
• Champion change management activities to enable successful adoption of new ways of working.
• Contribute to Castrol's growth and profitability through delivery of sustainable operational improvements.

Key Stakeholders

• Supply Chain Leadership
• Manufacturing Teams
• Logistics and Operations Teams
• Procurement
• Marketing
• Technology
• Regional Performance Units (PUs)
• Cross-functional Business Partners

Essential Qualifications

• Degree qualification or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience

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Essential Experience

• Validated experience defining and leading successful supply chain transformation programs.
• Strong project portfolio and program management experience within a supply chain environment.
• Experience working within Lubricants, FMCG, or related industries.
• Demonstrated success operating within complex global matrix organizations.
• Extensive operational supply chain experience, including exposure to manufacturing, logistics, and operations.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and their commercial impacts.
• Experience handling and influencing diverse stakeholder groups at multiple organizational levels.
• Track record of delivering business outcomes through large-scale change initiatives.

Preferred Experience

• Background in Manufacturing Management or Logistics Management.
• Experience leading global or multi-regional transformation projects.
• Knowledge of cost optimization methodologies and continuous improvement practices.

Key Competencies

• Critical Thinking
• Program & Portfolio Management
• Change Leadership
• Stakeholder Management & Influencing
• Commercial Competence
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Supply Chain Operational Excellence
• Results Orientation

Why join us?

At bp, we support our people to grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity.

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, 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.

Travel Requirement:

Up to 25% travel should be expected with this role Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation internationally Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/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.

​ Legal Disclaimer:

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.

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