Neal Geoffrey Toner
Bengaluru Rural,India
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in strategic business development and international project operations management, specialising in the energy and natural resources sector. Demonstrates proficiency in oil and gas operational support, cross-border business management, and mining logistics. Adept at operational risk management in emerging markets, corporate strategy formulation, and business expansion. Skilled in contract negotiation, commercial structuring, team leadership, organisational development, supply chain management, procurement optimisation, and operational cost reduction. Committed to driving growth through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
3974
3974
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Director
Magnitude
2022.01 - 2025.01
- Magnitude Director – Star SARL, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Provided strategic leadership for company operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
- Oversaw operational planning, project development, and business expansion initiatives.
- Managed relationships with local stakeholders, regulatory authorities and business partners.
- Supervised multidisciplinary teams responsible for operational execution.
- Ensured compliance with regional business regulations and corporate governance standards.
Operations Head
Global Energy Trading FZE
Dubai
2016.01 - 2022.01
- Managed international trading operations within the energy and industrial supply sector.
- Coordinated procurement, logistics and supply chain activities across international markets.
- Supervised operational teams responsible for project delivery and commercial performance.
- Developed strategic partnerships with international suppliers and clients.
- Implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency and profitability.
Senior Operations Manager
Raven General Petroleum LLC
Dubai
2011.01 - 2016.01
- Managed operational activities within the petroleum trading and supply services sector.
- Coordinated logistics and procurement for petroleum related projects.
- Supervised cross-functional teams handling operational management.
- Maintained relationships with suppliers, contractors and regional partners.
- Supported company expansion into new regional markets.
International Business Development & Operations Roles
1990.01 - 2011.01
- Developed international business partnerships and strategic alliances.
- Managed commercial negotiations and long-term business agreements.
- Supervised operational teams in logistics, supply chain and project coordination.
- Supported corporate leadership in developing long-term operational strategies.
- Coordinated cross-border business operations across Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Sales & Marketing
University of Bombay
IndiaCommerce
National Public school
Bengaluru, IndiaSkills
- Strategic Business Development
- International Project Operations Management
- Energy & Natural Resources Sector Coordination
- Oil & Gas Operational Support
- Cross-Border Business Management
- Mining & Resource Sector Logistics
- Operational Risk Management in Emerging Markets
- Corporate Strategy & Business Expansion
- Contract Negotiation & Commercial Structuring
- Team Leadership & Organizational Development
- Supply Chain & Procurement Management
- Operational Cost Optimization
LANGUAGES
English – Fluent
INTERNATIONAL WORK EXPOSURE
- United Arab Emirates (Dubai)
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- Various African Countries
- India
LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT STRENGTHS
- Strategic thinking and operational planning expertise
- Proven ability to lead multinational teams
- Experience managing complex international business operations
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to operate in high-risk and emerging markets
Timeline
Director
Magnitude
2022.01 - 2025.01
Operations Head
Global Energy Trading FZE
2016.01 - 2022.01
Senior Operations Manager
Raven General Petroleum LLC
2011.01 - 2016.01
International Business Development & Operations Roles
1990.01 - 2011.01
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Sales & Marketing
University of Bombay
Commerce
National Public school