JOB PURPOSEThe jobholder is responsible to manage the day-to-day analysis and optimization of Olefins/ Poly Olefins productions processes to improve overall profitability. This role includes management of real-time and off-line optimization utilizing cutting edge Artificial Intelligence, digitalization and automation solutions covering RTO, APC to maximize plants performance and production optimization.Jobholder is responsible to execute Yields Accounting Activities, providing analysis, insights, and improvement recommendations as applicable for respective process units across all operating sites working in collaboration with relevant stakeholders. Lead process optimization initiatives in Borouge to achieve Company-wide optimization strategy and shall support taskforces within the operations responsibilitys matrix in designing and implementation of improvement initiatives. Lead performance benchmarking studies, development of gap closure program and coordination for the effective implementation. Develop and lead performance improvement program and collaborate with all internal and external stakeholders for achieve production optimization excellence.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES.Process Optimization

• Manage all Realtime optimization application, carry out day-to-day analysis and optimize Olefins/ Poly Olefins productions processes to enhance overall profitability.

• Perform techno-economic analyses, identify production and utility consumption optimums and set guidelines for operational and commercial actions.

• Be a key interface between the business unit and the production teams to ensure that the production is always technically optimized with minimum energy consumption.

• Lead process optimization initiatives as part of optimization strategy and support operations taskforces in designing and implementing improvement initiatives.

• Advice and guide commercial teams for commercial decision taking.

• Act as a business unit interface in projects and investments impacting feedstock, product or production rate or utility consumption / energy streams.

• Drive operations digital transformation initiative and adopt continuous improvement processes as the model for continued success of the business.

Yield accounting and material reconciliation:

• Perform/Lead data reconciliation process through implemented digital solutions for Yield Accounting System (YAS) by daily running of the models.

• Execute Models fine-tuning / configuration update at process unit level in coordination with the vendors and ITD as required.

• Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, yearly actual production balances, follow up the operative production, cover weekend activities, identify and clarify relevant deviation to ensure that proper loss accounting system is in place within targets.

• Prepare and upload all daily inputs/ requirements in the SAP as actual including all production data, BOM.

• Analyze and execute process changes related to yield accounting (as and when required) for standardization and facilitate Monthly Yield Performance Meeting with all stakeholders.

• Compute overall refinery Hydrocarbon losses (Detailed Loss Break Up) and carry out loss analysis including flaring analysis, accounted and unaccounted loss analysis etc.

• Establish interface with site Operations, to provide reconciled yield and identifying variations versus plan, root cause(s) and optimization opportunities to maximize gross margin.

• Lead the cost improvement opportunities for Operations group (e.g., Yield improvement, blending optimization, minimize flaring & other losses etc.); identify & propose new improvement opportunities and ensure effective implementation across all sites.

Benchmarking Studies

• Act as a focal point of contact and manager for international Solomon, PTAI, Wood Mackenzie benchmarking studies.

• Responsible for defining teams, collection of data for submission, validation of input, internal forecasts and prediction of the KPIs. Brief the management and advice regarding the impact of projects and ideas on KPIs.

• Lead the analysis of benchmarking results to identify performance gaps and initiate corrective actions to close the gaps.

• Defines standardized workflows, regulations, and organizational interfaces for benchmarking studies.

• Work closely with management to translate benchmarking insights into actionable strategies for improving company performance.

• Assures quality and schedule of benchmarking studies, manages site teams, and liaises with consultants.

• Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of implemented measures and adjust strategies as needed to achieve the best quartile in terms of performance in all areas.

• Plan budget costs for external benchmarking studies and allocate personnel.

• Manages annual gap-closing programs and identifies potential for profit improvement and cost savings.

• Conduct awareness training sessions for Borouge employees on the findings of Solomon benchmarking study findings.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLSMinimum QualificationBachelors degree in chemical, Mechanical or equivalent degree.Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• Minimum 15 Years experience in Petrochemicals or Refining with min 10 years experience in plant performance analysis & process optimization

• Adequate experience of all petrochemical business processes

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