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John Stargel

Energizer · DISC type I
Senior Finance Manager - Global Refining at bp
📍 Whiting, Indiana, United States

Results-driven bp leader with a background as a Professional Engineer from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He has progressed from hands-on operations and safety engineering to his current role as Senior Finance Manager. Colleagues describe him as "incredibly intelligent" and adept at driving efficiency and financial performance.

His career uniquely blends deep technical expertise in process safety, backed by TUV and CFSP certifications, with high-level financial strategy and planning for global refining operations.

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Current Role
Senior Finance Manager - Global Refining
Location
Whiting, Indiana, United States
Personality Overview

How John shows up

Imaginative
Big Picture Person
Believer

They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Priorities

Topics John cares about

Financial Optimization
In his senior finance role at bp, he leads planning and analysis for global refining, focusing on strengthening financial health and driving business growth.
Refinery Operations
Previously served as Operations Superintendent for a major portion of the Midwest’s largest refinery, demonstrating deep expertise in operational performance.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Senior Finance Manager - Global Refining
bp
1-2020 - 12-2022
Operations Superintendent
bp
9-2016 - 1-2020
SIS/OTS Superintendent and SIS Technical Authority
bp
5-2014 - 9-2016
SIS Engineer
bp
9-2013 - 5-2014
Maintenance Instrument Engineer
bp
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Education
2005 - 2009
Bachelor’s Degree
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
2005 - 2009
High School
Lakeview Christian School
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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