Stephen Kinder Email and Phone Number
A seasoned commercial professional in the Chemicals industry / business with experience in management, commercial, business and project development with both Shell owned entities, businesses and joint ventures covering local, regional and global petrochemicals markets. Operates effectively in diverse cultural teams within a range of corporate and functional structures building a strong network of contacts. Extensive JV experience and good relationship skills internally and externally. Self-motivated, resilient and focused on results delivery in challenging situations with a keen sense for identifying and delivering sustainable growth.
Institute Of Directors (Iod)
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Consultant, Business Owner,Kinder Consulting Ltd Nov 2024 - Present
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MemberInstitute Of Directors (Iod) Nov 2024 - PresentLondon, Greater London, Gb -
MemberRoyal Geographical Society (With Ibg) Dec 2020 - PresentLondon, Gb -
MemberThe British Malaysian Society Sep 1997 - Present -
New Business Development Manager - GlobalShell Chemicals Ltd Sep 2012 - Nov 2024• Leadership Roles: I held key leadership roles within the transformation of the NBD team and NBD way of working. This involved demonstrating key commercial and project competencies through interfaces with senior leaders and creating new teams and collaborations both internally and externally across the hydrocarbon value chains including Gas, Liquids, Biobased, Recycle businesses.• Cross-Cultural Collaboration: I effectively worked cross-culturally, creating a credible relationship with local entities in UAE, India, CIS, China creating opportunities that were of integrated benefit to the local economies and a strategic fit with the counterparties often during a time of transformation in the local economy. I also developed a new strategic relationship for the Shell Group in South America during a period of political & economic change.• Project Leadership: As a Project Lead, I created and developed petrochemical opportunities in Russia, Kazakhstan / CIS, South America, India, UAE positioning Shell as the lead IOC partner and securing MOUs, Joint Working Group, and Senior leader engagements and dialogue.• China Strategy: I led the Downstream China Strategy for Chemicals, creating clarity for the business on key areas of focus and action. I also led a major integrated refinery and petrochemicals project in North China with a major SOE, enabling early decision making and clarity of options.
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Strategy Manager - Chemicals - GlobalShell International Petroleum Company Limited Aug 2007 - Sep 2012• Capital Planning: As a member of the DS Capital team, I implemented a simplified capital plan process that aligned asset plans and business planning exercises. This allowed chemicals to respond effectively to capital ceiling changes and maintain focus on strategic projects.• Growth Project Leadership: I led the DS Growth Project, positioning growth projects/capital and future cash generation as key objectives of DS Manufacturing.• Market Strategy: I completed a strategic review of the Indian market, confirming Shell Chemicals’ positioning to continue the ‘offshore’ approach.• CO2 Strategy Development: I developed a focused CO2 strategy and framework in chemicals, aligned with the Group’s 6 Pathways. This included coordinating across functions to develop a chemicals perspective for Phase III of EU-ETS and raising awareness about the role of chemicals in climate change.• M&A Leadership: I developed and led the M&A ‘watch list’ for the Chemicals, creating a framework for assessing opportunities that had a clear strategic fit.
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Nanhai Jv Project Venture Manager- China ; Business Development Manager - ChinaShell Eastern Petroleum Pte Ltd Jul 2004 - Jul 2007• Project Management and Business Development: I successfully managed the pre-marketing, start-up, and first year of commercial operations of a USD 4.3 billion JV petrochemicals complex in South China. This was a new market for Shell Chemicals, and I led the effort to develop the new JV company.• Optimization and Governance: I managed pre-marketing product supplies worth USD 700 million, optimizing all volumes to meet project objectives. I developed marketing logistics and contingency plans, operating procedures, and HSSE standards, ensuring smooth operation during and after start-up.• Team Development and Risk Management: I developed a multifunctional team that established the chemicals marketing activities of Shell China Ltd. I set up the structure, processes, procedures, and staff required to control and manage associated risks. I also completed the first local currency commercial transaction by a 100% Shell-owned company in China in December 2006. -
Asia Pacific Business Manager: Propylene Oxide And UrethanesShell Eastern Petroleum Pte Ltd Mar 2000 - Jun 2004• Business Development and Growth: As a Business Manager in Singapore, I developed and met the business plan for Propylene Oxide and Derivatives business in the APME region. I achieved a 300% growth of the business following the acquisition of MCC 30% share of SCSL and start-up of Ellba Eastern in 2002.• Project Integration and Marketing: I ensured the integration of the Ellba JV and Nanhai Project, launched Nanhai pre-marketing for PO/PODs within one month of FID in December 2002, and was a key member of the Global Marketing Team for the PO/POD business.• Production Management and Global Presence: As a Marketing and Sales Manager in London, UK, I ensured the full PO plant production and loading while optimizing stocks and meeting customers’ requirements. I created and operated a global conversion deal with a major industry player covering several regions, which was a key enabler to creating a global presence.• Marketing Strategy and Logistics Management: As a Marketing and Logistics Manager in London, UK, I implemented marketing strategy within Europe and provided support and guidance for global strategies. I managed logistics and production planning of all European assets and the logistics of a major plant maintenance shutdown with no impact on marketing. I also started up and integrated the Seraya SMPO/POD JV assets in Singapore. -
Global Marketing, Supply And Co-Producer Manager Po And UrethanesShell Chemicals Ltd Jan 1998 - Mar 2000London, England, Gb -
Europe, Africa, Middle East: Marketing And Logistics Manager Po And UrethanesShell Chemicals Ltd Apr 1996 - Dec 1997London, England, Gb -
Managing DirectorTiram Kimia Sdn Bhd Apr 1993 - Mar 1996• As Business Manager for Shell Chemicals South East Asia and Managing Director for Tiram Kimia Sdn Bhd and Tiram Crop Protection in Malaysia (1991 - 1996), I managed product bottom-line results, strategy, and marketing plans. I ensured minimal disruption during divestment of Consumer Products and Crop Protection, and returned the highest company dividend payments in 1994 and 1995.• As Crop Protection Division Manager for Tiram Kimia Sdn Bhd
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Crop Protection Business ManagerTiram Kimia Sdn Bhd Jan 1991 - Mar 1993
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Business Manager Resins And Elastomers: SeasiaShell Chemicals South East Asia Pte Jan 1995 - Feb 1996
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Managing DirectorTiram Crop Protectionsdn Bhd Dec 1993 - Jun 1995
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Global Business Manager: Organo-Phosphates, Organotin InsecticidesShell International Chemical Company Ltd Jan 1989 - Jan 1991
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Trader - Middle East & AfricaShell International Chemical Company Ltd Aug 1986 - Jan 1989
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Product Manager Industrial ChemicalsShell Chemicals Uk Ltd Oct 1984 - Aug 1986
Stephen Kinder Education Details
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University Of GlasgowAgricultural Chemistry -
Hutchesons' Grammar SchoolGeography -
University Of GlasgowAgricultural Chemistry
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Stephen Kinder works for Institute Of Directors (Iod)
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Stephen Kinder's current role is Experienced executive in the global petrochemicals industry | Executive management | Strategy | Commercial | Marketing | P&L business management | Project development | Joint ventures | Industry Associations.
What schools did Stephen Kinder attend?
Stephen Kinder attended University Of Glasgow, Hutchesons' Grammar School, University Of Glasgow.
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