Business Manager, Natural Resources (Oil & Gas)

  • Full-time

Company Description

We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals.

Job Description

  • Manage the overall business performance and P&L of the department, including revenue growth, margin optimization, cost control, and budget management
  • Develop and execute annual business plans and growth strategies aligned with corporate objectives and targets
  • Monitor financial performance, forecasts, and variances, and implement timely corrective actions where required
  • Act as the primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring clear communication, high responsiveness, and strong client satisfaction
  • Build and maintain long-term, trust-based relationships with client stakeholders
  • Lead and manage the department’s customer service and business development team to achieve service and commercial objectives
  • Conduct regular client review meetings, gather feedback, and drive client-specific improvement initiatives
  • Oversee contract execution and coordinate closely with laboratory managers, technical teams, and support functions to meet client requirements
  • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and align service offerings with evolving client needs
  • Collaborate with laboratory operations and QA/QC teams to ensure testing methodologies comply with international standards (e.g. ASTM, ISO, IP)
  • Identify, propose, and implement technical and process improvements based on client feedback and performance trends
  • Prepare and present periodic reports on business performance, key risks, and improvement actions
  • Maintain accurate records of client communications, complaints, corrective actions, and approvals

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
  • 8–10+ years of proven experience in business management, account management, operations leadership, or roles with P&L responsibility within the oil, gas, or petrochemical industry
  • Experience in oil laboratory testing services is a strong advantage
  • Solid understanding of analytical equipment and laboratory operations related to petroleum testing
  • Fluency in spoken Cantonese and Mandarin, with fair written English
  • Demonstrated experience managing senior client relationships and key accounts
  • Strong client-focused mindset with high attention to detail and a structured problem-solving approach
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills

Additional Information

As a caring company, SGS not only offers a competitive remuneration package but also offers staff caring items to the right candidates, including:

  • 5-day Work Week                                                
  • Double Pay and Performance Bonus
  • Dental and Medical Benefits
  • Accident Insurance and Life Insurance
  • Annual Leave
  • Birthday Leave
  • Paid Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, and Marriage Leave
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • On-the-Job Training                                  
  • Education and Training Subsidies
  • Free Shuttle Bus Service
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Staff Activities

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