Luberef’s senior management team brings together extensive combined experience in the oil and gas industry. Their collective expertise drives the execution of the Company’s strategic priorities, as defined by the Board of Directors, fostering innovation, operational excellence, and long-term value creation for shareholders.

Samer A. Al Hokail President & Chief Executive Officer

Mr. Samer A. Al Hokail joined Luberef in September 2023, as President & CEO. Before joining Luberef, he was appointed in 2022 to establish and lead a new organization managing more than 12 of Saudi Aramco’s international subsidiary businesses with a combined asset value exceeding $35 billion.

Prior to that, Mr. Al Hokail was the President and CEO of the Saudi Petroleum International Inc., based in New York. His responsibilities included managing the development and implementation of Saudi Aramco’s crude sales in North America.

Education

  • Fellowship and MBA degree in Innovation and Global Leadership from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA.
  • B.Sc. degree in Chemical Engineering from Arizona State University, USA.

Selected Previous Positions

  • President and Chief Executive of Saudi Petroleum International Inc., a New York-based Saudi Aramco subsidiary operating in the oil sector, 2016.
  • Director of Corporate and Strategic Planning at Saudi Aramco (2015–2016).
  • Director of Saudi Aramco Hawiyah NGL gas plant (2012- 2013).
  • Director of Saudi Aramco terminal operations, and then Manager of Jeddah Refinery at Saudi Aramco (2011–2012).

Saud F. Kamakhi Chief Financial Officer

Saud Kamakhi is an accomplished finance professional currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer at Saudi Aramco Base Oil Company (Luberef). With a strong background in accounting analysis and financial planning, he brings a strategic approach to managing complex financial operations in the oil and energy industry. His expertise spans budgeting, analytical reporting, and performance optimization, driving organizational efficiency and fiscal sustainability.

Known for his leadership and collaborative mindset, Saud excels in building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability. His proficiency in financial strategy and public communication reflects a balance between technical insight and executive vision, positioning him as a key contributor to Luberef’s continued growth and operational excellence.

Education

  • M.Sc. degree in Business Administration from Willamette University, USA.
  • B.Sc. degree in Accounting from King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, KSA.

Selected Previous Positions

  • Chief Financial Officer at CNTXT (2021–2024).
  • Finance Controller at AMIRAL (2019–2021).

Jalal A. Saad Vice President Growth Projects

Jalal Abdul Razak Saad has been VP Growth Projects at Luberef since August 2025. Prior to this, Saad held a number of roles at Luberef, including VP Industrial Security & Administration, Central Engineering Manager, Projects Manager, Industrial Safety and Security Manager, and Yanbu Facility Manager.

Education

  • B.Sc. degree in Chemical Engineering from King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Selected Previous Positions

  • VP Industrial Security & Administration, Luberef (2024–2025).
  • Industrial Safety and Security Manager, Luberef (2021–2023).
  • Central Engineering Manager, Luberef (2019–2021).
  • Project Management Department Manager, Luberef (2018–2019).
  • Program Director for the Expansion Program, Luberef (2018).
  • Commissioning and Start-Up Manager for the Expansion Program, Luberef (2015–2018).
  • Operations Interface Manager for the Expansion Program, Luberef (2013–2015).
  • Operation Representative for the Expansion Program, Luberef (2011–2012).
  • Acting Refinery Manager for the Yanbu Plant, Luberef (2008–2011).
  • Operations Manager for the Yanbu Plant, Luberef (2004–2008).
  • Operations Superintendent at the Yanbu Plant, Luberef (1998–2004).
  • Acting Process Engineering Supervisor, Luberef (1997–1998).
  • Commissioning engineer at the Yanbu construction office, Luberef (1995–1997).
  • Luberef-II Project Engineer Taipei, Taiwan – Luberef (1994–1995).
  • Senior Process Engineer at the Jeddah plant, Luberef (1993–1994).
  • Process Engineer at the Jeddah plant, Luberef (1990–1993).

Abdulmalik A. Al Turki Vice President Manufacturing

Mr. Abdulmalik Al Turki brings over 20 years of experience in refining operations and leadership across Saudi Aramco’s facilities. He was appointed as the Vice President of Manufacturing at Luberef in 2025. Prior to joining Luberef, he served as Director of the Aramco Yanbu Refinery, a role he has held since May 2024.

Notably, he led the implementation of the region’s first AI-powered Real Time Optimizer (RTO), which contributed to the refinery receiving Saudi Aramco’s Downstream President’s Digital Horizons Award.

Mr. Al Turki has held several senior roles across Aramco’s refining network, including positions at the Riyadh, Jeddah, and Jazan refineries, where he advanced operational efficiency and innovation. His experience also includes international assignments with Motiva Enterprises in the United States and leadership roles in corporate integration and strategy.

Education

  • MBA in Business Administration from King Saud University, KSA.
  • B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, KSA.

Selected previous positions

  • Aramco Yanbu Refinery Director (2024–2025).
  • Assistant to VP Refining & NGL Fractionation (2020–2022).
  • SABIC M&A Integration Team Leader (2019–2020).

Ahmed S. Ghazal Vice President Engineering & Projects

Ahmed Ghazal brings over 23 years of practical experience in the Oil & Gas industry, in the fields of Engineering and Manufacturing. He joined Luberef in 2022, where he served as the Asset Integrity and Reliably Manager, becoming the Vice President of Engineering & Projects in January 2024.

Mr. Ghazal began his career with Saudi Aramco in 2002 and has since held several key leadership roles, including Engineering and Operations Manager at the Juymah NGL Fractionation Plant and Operations Manager at the Aramco Yanbu Refinery in 2021.

Education

  • B.Sc. degree in Chemical Engineering from King Fahad University of Petroleum & Minerals.

Selected Previous Positions

  • Asset Integrity and Reliably Manager, Luberef (2022–2024).
  • Operation Manager at Yanbu Refinery, Saudi Aramco (2021).
  • Engineering & Operation Manager at Juymah NGL Fractionation plant, Saudi Aramco (2018–2020).

Marwan M. Alfudail VP of Sales & Marketing

Marwan Alfudail is the Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Luberef, appointed in March 2025. He brings extensive leadership experience across sales, marketing, strategy development, JV management, as well as mergers and acquisitions. He has also held multiple senior positions within Saudi Aramco and its affiliates.

Education

  • M.B.A degree in Finance from Indiana University, USA.
  • B.Sc. degree in Computer Information Systems from Indiana University, USA.

Other Current Positions

  • Member of the National Committee for Base Oils and Lubricants under the Council of Saudi Chambers of Commerce and Industry.

Selected Previous Positions

  • Director, Amiral Project – Saudi Aramco (2023–2025).
  • Manager, Business Development, Amiral Project – Saudi Aramco (2018–2023).
  • Manager, Strategy and Business Development – Motiva Enterprises, Houston (2013–2017).
  • Manager, Refining and Crude Oil Marketing Strategy – Saudi Aramco (2011–2013).
  • Manager, North America, Crude Oil Sales & Marketing Department – Saudi Aramco (2010–2011).
  • Marketing Manager, Strategic Studies Division – Saudi Aramco (2008–2010).
  • JV Manager – Sinopec Senmai Petroleum Company, Hong Kong (2007–2008).
  • JV Development & Acquisition Specialist, Hong Kong – Saudi Aramco (2001–2007).

Sary A. Attiea VP Industrial Security & Administration (Acting)

Sary Attiea began his career in 2004 as a Process Engineer at Luberef. Mr. Attiea is currently serving as the Acting VP of Industrial Safety and Administration, bringing over 21 years of extensive experience and strong leadership within Luberef.

Starting his career in technical roles such as Process Control and DCS Engineer, Mr. Attiea advanced through positions including Project Superintendent, Commissioning and Startup Supervisor, and Process & Quality Superintendent.

Education

  • Pursuing Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) at Mohammad Bin Salman College.
  • B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering – King Abdelaziz University.

Selected Previous Positions

  • Refinery Director, Luberef (2023).
  • Operations Manager, Luberef (2022).
  • Operations Superintendent, Luberef (2021).
  • Process & Quality Superintendent, Luberef (2019–2020).
  • Commissioning & Startup Supervisor, Luberef (2017–2018).
  • Project Superintendent, Luberef (2015–2016).
  • Project Engineer – Samsung, Korea (2013–2014).
  • Project Engineer – JACOBS, Netherlands (2011–2012).
  • Process Control & DCS Engineer, Luberef (2008–2010).
  • Process Engineer, Luberef (2004–2007).

Abdulrahman H. Al Aseeri General Auditor

Abdulrahman H. Al Aseeri has been serving as the General Auditor at Luberef since April 2021, reporting functionally to the Board Audit Committee and administratively to the President & CEO. With more than 17 years of experience in auditing, accounting, and project management, he has led initiatives that have strengthened governance, modernized audit practices, and enhanced transparency across the organization.

Before assuming his current role, he held various leadership positions at Luberef, including Head of Revenue and Accounts Receivables, and Accounting & Finance Representative and Business Administrator for the USD 1.5 billion Yanbu Expansion Project. Prior to joining Luberef in 2010, Abdulrahman worked as an external auditor at Deloitte and PwC.

Education

  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).
  • B.Sc. degree in Accounting, King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM).

Selected Previous Positions

  • Head of Revenue and Accounts Receivables Section, Luberef, 2020–2021.
  • Assistant Head of the General Accounting Department, Luberef, 2018–2019.
  • Senior Accountant – Treasury Section, Luberef, 2017–2018.
  • Accounting and Finance Representative – Luberef Expansion Program, Luberef, 2012–2017.
  • Business Administrator (Control Division) – Luberef Expansion Program, Luberef, 2012–2016.
  • Auditor, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, 2009–2010
  • Associate Auditor, PwC, 2008.

Hassan Z. Khan was appointed as the Board Secretary in March, 2025 and has been serving as the Company’s Legal Counsel since December, 2020 and as the Compliance Manager since May, 2024. He is also a Member of the Executive Management Committee.

Mr. Khan was the legal lead on the Company’s landmark USD 1.32 billion IPO and is accredited for drafting the Company’s first-ever Code of Conduct and restructuring the corporate governance framework post-conversion to a joint stock company. He has provided legal counsel on contracts exceeding USD 2 billion and managed and resolved various claims and disputes totalling US $800 million.

Education

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Law (LPC) from the University of Oxford and Oxford Brookes University, United Kingdom.
  • Bar Admission from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Bar Council, Pakistan.
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Wales, United Kingdom.

Current Positions

  • Member of Executive Management Committee.
  • Member of Ethics & Disciplinary Action Committee.
  • Member of Growth – II Project, Joint Steering Committee.
  • Member of Credit Committee.
  • JV Coordination Manager.

Selected Previous Positions

  • Chief Compliance Officer (A), Luberef (2022–2024).
  • Legal Advisor, Luberef (2015–2020).
  • Member, Special Audit Committee, Luberef (2017–2018)
  • Joint Venture and Regulatory Affairs Officer, Oil and Gas Development Company Ltd. (OGDCL), Pakistan (2012–2015).