About the Role
iRecruiters Africa Limited is seeking an experienced and results-driven General Manager, Retail to lead downstream oil and gas station operations across Kano and the northern territory. In this strategic leadership role, you will spearhead revenue growth, optimize inventory distribution, ensure strict regulatory compliance, and elevate service standards across our expanding multi-station network.
Key Responsibilities- Direct and manage overall retail operations across all stations in Kano, ensuring alignment with corporate growth targets and operating guidelines.
- Take ownership of regional sales performance, manage operational budgets, control retail expenses, and implement strategies to increase throughput for PMS, AGO, DPK, and Lubricants.
- Monitor wet-stock movements, product pricing, dip measurements, and reconciliations to eliminate product losses, variance, or shrinkage across all stations.
- Supervise, mentor, and evaluate Station Managers while establishing uniform KPIs, enforcing cash-handling controls, and minimizing station downtime.
- Drive strict enforcement of safety, environmental compliance, and emergency protocols across all retail outlets.
- Manage relationships with regulatory authorities, including NMDPRA and local agencies, to ensure seamless operations and zero sanction exposure.
- Enforce strict brand visual identity, pump accuracy, and exceptional service delivery across all Kano branches.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- MBA or Master's degree is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 8 to 10 years of experience in downstream oil and gas retail operations, with at least 4 years in a senior managerial capacity overseeing multi-station networks.
- Strong working knowledge of the Northern and Kano retail fuel market dynamics, supply routes, and local regulatory landscape.
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic thinking, operational control, P&L management, wet-stock auditing, crisis management, and team leadership.
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
- Opportunities for professional growth and executive leadership development.
- Company-provided tools and logistics support to ensure operational success.