Regional Director of Retail Fuel Operations

Agua Caliente Casinos•Rancho Mirage, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Retail Fuel Operations is responsible for all aspects of the operations and performance of multiple fuel and convenience store locations for the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. This leadership role ensures that fuel and retail operations are optimized and aligned with the organization broader operational and financial goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive executive leadership explicitly managing a multi-unit, high-volume retail fuel network or convenience store chain.
Deep understanding of the fuel industry, including supply markets, pricing structures, logistics, and regulations.
Proven track record managing full P&L statements, multi-million dollar capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets, and fuel margin optimizations.
Minimum 3 years of experience directly dealing with fuel procurement, rack pricing strategies, carrier logistics, and managing relationships with fuel jobbers or wholesalers.
Demonstrated experience ensuring total compliance with California environmental regulations (CARB, local Air Quality Management Districts), EPA rules, and hazardous material storage mandates.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred MBA or advanced degree in an analytical or operational discipline.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily retail operations of multiple fuel stores with store management.
Monitor sales performance, analyze sales data, and develop/implement strategies to increase sales and profitability.
Drive inside-store sales by managing product mix, executing strategic merchandising layouts, and optimizing category performance.
Negotiate regional vendor contracts, rebate programs, and wholesale pricing agreements for core C-store categories.
Implement, monitor, and enforce strict inventory control procedures, cycle counts, and loss prevention strategies.
Utilize retail data analytics to monitor real-time sales trends, track high-margin items, and eliminate slow-moving inventory.
Collaborate with Casino Marketing and Gaming Operations to align retail C-store loyalty initiatives, player card redemptions, and casino-to-pump cross-promotions.
Develop and execute high-impact retail promotion calendars, cross-merchandising strategies, and seasonal marketing campaigns.
Manage budgets and financial performance, including participation in budget preparation and financial analysis.
Oversee fuel inventory levels, ensure accurate forecasting, schedule deliveries, and implement competitive regional fuel pricing strategies.
Prepare and present reports on sales, expenses, inventory, and other key performance indicators.
Respond to fuel-related emergencies and supply disruptions.
Monitor compliance with tribal and federal laws and regulations.