World Kinect · 1 month ago
Senior Director of Retail Operations
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
10+ years expWorld Kinect is an industry leader with a strong professional team, and they are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Director of Retail Operations. This high-impact leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring brand and regulatory compliance, and enabling scalable growth across a national portfolio of fuel and convenience retail sites.
EnergyEnergy ManagementFuelInfrastructureLogisticsOil and GasReal EstateSolarSustainability
Responsibilities
Serve as the executive point of contact for site operators, ensuring high-performance operations and exceptional customer experiences
Lead onboarding, training, and performance management programs to empower operators and drive consistency across locations
Enforce adherence to major fuel brand standards and internal policies through regular audits and proactive coaching
Oversee environmental compliance, including tank inspections, spill prevention, and vendor coordination for repairs and testing
Support fuel pricing, inventory reconciliation, and system maintenance in collaboration with fuel operations teams
Lead turn-key site readiness for new and acquired locations, coordinating across real estate, construction, and compliance functions
Identify and execute on opportunities for expansion—new markets, site development, marketing programs, and strategic acquisitions
Develop scalable operational frameworks to support long-term growth and profitability
Collaborate with Retail Sales, Real Estate, Finance, Legal, and Operations to align execution with strategic goals
Provide operational insights and data to support fuel sales, branding strategies, and broader business initiatives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or related field (MBA preferred)
10+ years of progressive leadership in fuel, convenience retail, or multi-site operations
Proven track record in environmental compliance, fuel systems, and brand standards enforcement
Experience scaling retail operations, launching new sites, and leading cross-functional initiatives
Strong command of ERP systems, fuel pricing tools, and compliance platforms
Executive presence, with exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
A robust professional network within the fuel and convenience retail industry
Preferred
MBA
Company
World Kinect
Headquartered in Miami, Florida, World Kinect Corporation (NYSE: WKC) is a leading global energy management company, offering a broad suite of solutions across the energy product spectrum.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$350M2023-06-21Post Ipo Debt· $350M
2016-12-27Post Ipo Equity
1986-08-28IPO
Leadership Team
Jose-Miguel Tejada
EVP and CFO
Ira Birns
President
Recent News
2025-11-12
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