PSL Business Excellence Manager, Refining & Petrochemicals

PSL Business Excellence Manager, Refining & Petrochemicals KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS) provides holistic, value‑added solutions across the asset life cycle, including licensed process technologies, advisory services, technical expertise, and energy transition solutions. The PSL Business Excellence Manager, Refining & Petrochemicals is responsible for analysis and communication of Product Service Line business, working closely with Product Service Line (PSL) leads for portfolio analysis and planning. Ensure product lines and market intel by working with PSL Technology Managers, Sales and Marketing to align and evaluate portfolio enhancements and growth with short-, medium- and long-term plans. Integrating relationships between the PSL, other PSLs and functions to ensure success in meeting business goals and objectives. Work to track and resolve PSL commercial, technical, and operational issues. Functional Job Responsibilities Act as a liaison for the PSL, track, calculate, communicate and/or present on technical and commercial matters while interfacing with a broad range of internal & external stakeholders and third parties to deliver unique insights into the businesses and provide timely and actionable intelligence to the PSL, while managing and driving KBR internal processes across functions and regions. Identify and facilitate resolution of operational issues. Lead core initiatives of Technology Solutions PSL strategic vision. Key Aspects of the Role Develop and communicate the PSL’s view of global markets (product supply/demand), competitors, and peers both internally and externally. In conjunction with New Ventures, identify, develop, and secure inorganic growth opportunities via alliances and partnerships; identify and quantify acquisition opportunities, providing the PSL with guidance in planning and achieving strategic targets. Develop a 5-year plan for growth across the PSL and align with other Technology‑led PSLs. Guide PSL analysis of core, adjacent, and new KBR markets by looking for trends and identifying the underlying factors that drive those trends; facilitate closing any gaps in information. From the analysis, develop the engagement strategy for each market by interfacing with relevant stakeholders. Provide guidance on competitor positioning at the macro level to relevant stakeholders across all STS business lines. Support identification, evaluation, and engagement of potential acquisitions, alliances, and partnerships to secure inorganic growth opportunities; drive PSL‑level support for engagements including interfacing with relevant business partners to facilitate KBR internal processes through close relationships. Maintain full compliance with KBR code of business conduct; maintain a safe working environment, ensuring compliance with all governmental regulations and corporate safety guidelines; proactively direct continuous improvement efforts in risk reduction and elimination of potential hazards. Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc.). 10+ years total experience, including at least 5 years in technology licensing, business operations, and/or strategy, and M&A within the hydrocarbon, energy, and energy transition industries. Strong financial, analytical, and communication skills, with required experience in financial analysis and strategic marketing. Experience in dealing with commercial contracts covering Alliance Agreements, Joint Development Agreements, License, Engineering & Guarantee Agreements. Knowledge of process technologies relevant to the PSL or related technical offerings. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Soft skills in facilitation, influencing, and innovative problem solving are critical. Preferred Qualifications MBA strongly preferred. Special Requirements Working in office three (3) days per week. Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required. Benefits KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&DD, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development. Equal Opportunity Employer KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr KBR Careers