PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Nigeria – Our client is a multidisciplinary African conglomerate delivering specialized and integrated solutions across Aviation, Construction, Oil & Gas, Trading, Procurement, Transportation, and Real Estate. With a broad presence across major African markets, the company leverages cross-sector expertise to deliver innovative solutions that drive growth and development.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Managing Director, Oil & Gas
Job ID: 130-PEO01306
Location: Abuja
Department: People & Change Nigeria
Role Summary
- The Managing Director, Oil & Gas is responsible for leading and managing the division’s strategic and operational activities related to the sourcing, pricing, logistics, and compliance of petroleum products.
- This role ensures the procurement of high-quality products at competitive prices, oversees complex supply chain operations, and implements risk mitigation strategies to optimize cost-efficiency.
- The role holder drives business growth, ensures regulatory compliance, and fosters strong supplier and stakeholder relationships across local and international markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and execute the divisional strategy aligned with corporate goals.
- Identify market opportunities for petroleum products across regions and Lead business development efforts to expand client base and partnerships.
- Oversee full-cycle oil & gas services to clients including exploration, production, storage, transportation, refining, and marketing.
- Source high-quality oil and gas products from reliable suppliers and negotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms for supply agreements.
- Oversee complex logistics including transportation, storage, and distribution across multiple geographies.
- Develop pricing models that balance profitability with market competitiveness.
- Build, lead, and retain a high-performing technical and commercial team, ensuring an efficient and accountable organisational structure.
- Navigate regulatory frameworks across local and international jurisdictions and ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and trade regulations.
- Implement risk controls and contingency plans for critical operations including monitoring financial exposure and hedgeing against market fluctuations.
- Drive operational efficiency and asset performance, implementing systems to improve production uptime, cost control, and process safety.
- Engage with government agencies, regulators, joint-venture partners, and host communities to secure approvals, protect interests, and strengthen relationships.
- Provide oversight for the division’s financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, capital allocation, and investment planning.
- Identify and pursue business development opportunities, including asset acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and market expansion across West Africa.
- Promote innovation, digital transformation, and energy transition initiatives to maintain competitiveness and align with global trends.
- Represent the oil & gas division in executive and Board-level discussions, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and stakeholder expectations.
Requirements
Required Experience and Capabilities:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline is required.
- Minimum of 15 years’ experience in the oil and gas industry, including senior leadership roles in Oil and Gas operations.
- Relevant certifications (e.g. PMP, SPE) strongly preferred.
- Strong background in petroleum trading, logistics, and compliance.
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing and negotiation.
- Deep understanding of regulatory environments and stakeholder engagement across Nigeria and the West African energy sector.
Application Closing Date
19th August, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online