Lube Plant and Commercial Manager at Matrix Energy Group

Job Purpose

• The job holder will be responsible for leading the operations of our lubricant blending and packaging plant, overseeing the end-to-end production process, managing day-to-day plant activities, driving sales growth, ensuring regulatory compliance, and taking full accountability for the performance of the business unit.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Oversee the full spectrum of plant operations, including lubricant blending, packaging, storage, and dispatch.
• Implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficient and safe production processes.
• Ensure product quality control in line with regulatory and company standards.
• Manage raw material planning, inventory, and procurement in collaboration with the supply chain team.
• Develop and execute business strategies to grow lubricant product sales in key markets (retail, industrial, commercial).
• Identify new customer segments, business partnerships, and distribution channels.
• Support marketing and branding efforts to promote the lubricant range.
• Translate the company’s strategic vision to improve and achieve production targets and efficient utilisation of all assets.
• Advisory responsibility and overview for product formulation to match sales and business needs.
• Prepare and manage the plant’s operating budget and capital expenditure plans.
• Monitor financial performance and implement cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory, health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation for regulatory audits and industry certifications.
• Generate half/yearly production forecast, raw material requirement and plant operational budgets.
• Manage relationships with all internal and external stakeholders on the business, communication, development and management of all activities relating to the plant.
• Provide leadership and support for the plant team in development and training.
• Manage vendor identification/development and coordination.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or a related field; an MBA degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of relevant experience in lubricant blending/production and sales, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

Skills Requirement: 

• Strong understanding of lubricant formulations, blending processes, quality assurance, and HSE standards.
• Proven track record in sales, marketing, or commercial oversight in the lubricants industry.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Hands-on and proactive approach to managing plant operations.
• Strong stakeholder management: internal teams, customers, regulators, and suppliers.
• Commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare detailed and periodic reports.