Principal

dss+ – formerly known as DuPont Sustainable Solutions – is an independent operations management consulting firm. We are in the business of saving lives and improving operational performance of our clients. We partner with our clients to develop and implement solutions to improve the technical, behavioral and cultural aspects of its operations and to establish a framework to maximize existing assets, mitigate risk and sustain continuous innovation. Our solutions are enhanced by the use of data analytics, digital technology and a focus on innovation.

What will we offer?

We are a diverse team of consultants who have hands-on experience working in and leading complex operations across many industries. Our seasoned experts include operations executives, technical and project managers, experienced line managers, qualified coaches and digital natives that have a problem-solving mindset and a passion for what they do. Combining industry best practices, the latest thinking in operations management and proven methodologies developed within dss+, our experts optimize outcomes across a wide range of industries including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Building & Construction, Food & Beverage, Mining & Metals, Utilities and Transportation.

What will you do?

As a Principal we offer the opportunity to play a key role in creating the blueprint for dss+. You will be at the forefront of delivering sustainable solutions to top clients in various markets and industries. You will gain external credibility by working for a recognized leader in our field. You will have the opportunity to influence the way we work and our go-to-market strategy.

• You will develop and maintain a sustainable relationship with existing and prospective clients at C-level, primarily across UAE and Saudi Arabia
• You’ll challenge our leadership, question our thinking and find new and innovative ways to deepen our client-relationships and grow our value proposition beyond existing offerings
• You must think as an owner and expand our business to new service offerings, industries and markets
• You identify opportunities to develop intellectual capital (point of views, white papers, etc.)
• You will build the firm’s reputation externally by taking part in industry / functional networks and developing / sharing best practices
• You will lead and direct teams, and oversee the overall quality of the project delivery
• You will mentor members of your team to build their capabilities and deliver better value to the client.

More specifically, you will:

• Take an active leadership role in delivering the strategic plan in the market and continually grow a diversified engagement pipeline within target industries.
• Manage and enhance relationship with clients, with the objective of positioning the company as a trusted partner. Identify and pursue additional business opportunities.
• Manage the execution of multiple co-current complex consulting engagements to ensure the project and deliverables meet or exceed the client’s requirements and expectations, delivering superior value to clients.
• Participate and contribute to functional and/or industry networks to develop and share best practice.
• Mentor and coach junior colleagues to support their development within the organization.
• Consistently acting with integrity and acquiring new expertise/skills valuable to the firm as required to remain relevant and competitive.
• Commitment to dss+ Core Values and encouraging others to do the same.

Job requirements

Who are you?

To be successful in this position, you would bring the following qualifications:

• 10+ years working with a leading management consulting firm, combined with hands-on experience in oil and gas and/or petrochemical.
• Proven experience in leading complex business / operations transformation programs characterized by both a high change management component and delivering rapid, step change sustainable results across multiple workstreams.
• Proven track record of generating and maintaining a consistent client base.
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills with ability to extensively interact and be a thought leader at the Executive level.
• Ability to manage diverse and remote team and guide them to achieve business and client objectives.
• Accept approximate 60% travel.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, thriving in a fast-paced, rapidly growing consulting environment.