General Manager - Fuel Operations

Green Valley Grocery

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in petroleum/fuel wholesale or a related service industry (leadership experience preferred)
  • Experience in multi-site fuel operations management
  • Proven track record in vendor relationship management
  • Expertise in fuel procurement, logistics, and pricing strategies
  • Knowledge of environmental compliance and fuel system operations
  • Experience with large-scale operations budgets and financial forecasting
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis

Responsibilities

  • Manage procurement programs for both branded and unbranded fuel
  • Negotiate supply agreements with oil companies and wholesalers
  • Oversee fuel allocation during market disruptions
  • Establish daily pricing strategies for all locations
  • Monitor market trends and pricing strategies to enhance profitability
  • Coordinate fuel deliveries while managing transportation contracts
  • Ensure compliance for fuel storage tanks and oversee environmental regulatory projects

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
  • Support for work-life balance initiatives
  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Full Job Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Fuel Procurement & Supply Management

  • Manage branded and unbranded fuel procurement programs.
  • Negotiate fuel supply agreements with major oil companies and wholesalers.
  • Oversee fuel allocation management during supply disruptions and market constraints.
  • Develop supply strategies to maximize profitability and maintain supply continuity.
  • Manage diesel, gasoline, DEF, ethanol, and specialty fuel programs.


Fuel Pricing & Margin Management

  • Establish daily fuel pricing strategies for all company-owned and dealer-operated locations.
  • Monitor market trends, rack pricing, competitor activity, and margin performance.
  • Forecast fuel sales, inventory levels, and gross profit.
  • Analyze financial performance and implement pricing adjustments to achieve profitability targets.
  • Maintain company pricing policies and promotional program


Transportation & Logistics

  • Oversee fuel dispatch operations and transportation providers.
  • Manage carrier relationships and transportation contracts.
  • Coordinate fuel deliveries to maintain optimal days-on-hand inventory levels.
  • Develop contingency plans during supply shortages, allocation events, natural disasters, and market disruptions.
  • Monitor freight costs and transportation efficiencies.


Dealer & Wholesale Operations

  • Manage dealer fuel agreements and branded fuel programs.
  • Support dealer growth initiatives and fuel supply opportunities.
  • Assist with site acquisitions, conversions, and branding projects.
  • Serve as primary contact for dealer operational issues.


Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

  • Oversee compliance for approximately 620 fuel storage tanks.
  • Manage monthly, quarterly, annual, and triannual compliance testing.
  • Coordinate environmental remediation projects and regulatory reporting.
  • Maintain compliance with federal, state, local, and petroleum industry regulations.
  • Interface with regulatory agencies and environmental consultants.


Capital Projects & Construction

  • Manage fuel system installations, upgrades, replacements, and remodel projects.
  • Oversee fuel branding conversions and image programs.
  • Coordinate construction vendors, fuel equipment contractors, and regulatory approvals.
  • Support new-to-industry builds, raze-and-rebuild projects, and major site remodels.


Maintenance & Asset Management

  • Oversee fuel maintenance programs and service vendors.
  • Manage dispensers, tanks, pumps, price signs, canopies, and fuel system infrastructure.
  • Prioritize repairs and capital improvements.
  • Monitor asset performance and lifecycle planning.


Vendor & Contract Management

  • Negotiate and manage contracts with:
    • Fuel suppliers
    • Transportation carriers
    • Environmental vendors
    • Maintenance contractors
    • Construction companies
    • Equipment manufacturers
    • Branding partners


Strategic Planning

  • Develop long-term fuel growth strategies.
  • Evaluate acquisitions, conversions, and new business opportunities.
  • Analyze market conditions and emerging fuel technologies.
  • Support EV charging, alternative fuels, and future energy initiatives


Experience and Education:

Required:

  • Previous leadership experience in petroleum/fuel wholesale or a related service industry (10+ years preferred);
  • Previous experience managing multi-site fuel operations;
  • Previous experience managing vendor relationships;
  • Previous experience with fuel procurement, logistics and pricing;
  • Previous experience with environmental compliance and fuel system operations
  • Previous experience managing large-scale operations budgets, conducting financial forecasting and margin analysis;
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate excel skills;
  • High school diploma or equivalent.


Preferred

  • Convenience store experience;
  • Bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university.


Other Required Skills and Abilities

  • Strong communication, relationship building and collaboration skills;
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Exceptional customer service skills;
  • Strong analytical skills;
  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously;
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams to deliver results in alignment with strategic and business expectations;
  • Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task to complete responsibilities.


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