
General Manager - Fuel Operations
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Fuel Procurement & Supply Management
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Manage branded and unbranded fuel procurement programs.
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Negotiate fuel supply agreements with major oil companies and wholesalers.
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Oversee fuel allocation management during supply disruptions and market constraints.
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Develop supply strategies to maximize profitability and maintain supply continuity.
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Manage diesel, gasoline, DEF, ethanol, and specialty fuel programs.
Fuel Pricing & Margin Management
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Establish daily fuel pricing strategies for all company-owned and dealer-operated locations.
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Monitor market trends, rack pricing, competitor activity, and margin performance.
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Forecast fuel sales, inventory levels, and gross profit.
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Analyze financial performance and implement pricing adjustments to achieve profitability targets.
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Maintain company pricing policies and promotional program
Transportation & Logistics
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Oversee fuel dispatch operations and transportation providers.
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Manage carrier relationships and transportation contracts.
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Coordinate fuel deliveries to maintain optimal days-on-hand inventory levels.
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Develop contingency plans during supply shortages, allocation events, natural disasters, and market disruptions.
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Monitor freight costs and transportation efficiencies.
Dealer & Wholesale Operations
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Manage dealer fuel agreements and branded fuel programs.
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Support dealer growth initiatives and fuel supply opportunities.
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Assist with site acquisitions, conversions, and branding projects.
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Serve as primary contact for dealer operational issues.
Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
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Oversee compliance for approximately 620 fuel storage tanks.
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Manage monthly, quarterly, annual, and triannual compliance testing.
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Coordinate environmental remediation projects and regulatory reporting.
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Maintain compliance with federal, state, local, and petroleum industry regulations.
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Interface with regulatory agencies and environmental consultants.
Capital Projects & Construction
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Manage fuel system installations, upgrades, replacements, and remodel projects.
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Oversee fuel branding conversions and image programs.
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Coordinate construction vendors, fuel equipment contractors, and regulatory approvals.
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Support new-to-industry builds, raze-and-rebuild projects, and major site remodels.
Maintenance & Asset Management
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Oversee fuel maintenance programs and service vendors.
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Manage dispensers, tanks, pumps, price signs, canopies, and fuel system infrastructure.
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Prioritize repairs and capital improvements.
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Monitor asset performance and lifecycle planning.
Vendor & Contract Management
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Negotiate and manage contracts with:
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Fuel suppliers
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Transportation carriers
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Environmental vendors
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Maintenance contractors
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Construction companies
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Equipment manufacturers
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Branding partners
Strategic Planning
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Develop long-term fuel growth strategies.
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Evaluate acquisitions, conversions, and new business opportunities.
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Analyze market conditions and emerging fuel technologies.
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Support EV charging, alternative fuels, and future energy initiatives
Required
Experience and Education:
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Previous leadership experience in petroleum/fuel wholesale or a related service industry (10+ years preferred);
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Previous experience managing multi-site fuel operations;
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Previous experience managing vendor relationships;
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Previous experience with fuel procurement, logistics and pricing;
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Previous experience with environmental compliance and fuel system operations
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Previous experience managing large-scale operations budgets, conducting financial forecasting and margin analysis;
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Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate excel skills;
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High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred
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Convenience store experience;
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Bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university.
Other Required Skills And Abilities
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Strong communication, relationship building and collaboration skills;
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Strong negotiation skills
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Exceptional customer service skills;
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Strong analytical skills;
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Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously;
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Ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver results in alignment with strategic and business expectations;
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Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task to complete responsibilities.
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