Entity:

Customers & Products

Job Family Group:

Retail Group

Job Description:

Convenience Europe Director - BP PLC

Job Summary

BP PLC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Convenience Europe Director to lead and drive the strategic growth and operational excellence of our convenience retail business across Europe. This role will be pivotal in shaping the future of our customer offerings and expanding our market presence.

Job Responsibilities

* Develop and execute the overall strategic plan for convenience retail operations across European markets, aligning with BP's global objectives.
* Lead and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of agility, continuous improvement, and customer-centricity.
* Identify and capitalize on new market opportunities, driving retail territory development and expansion initiatives.
* Oversee retail category management, optimizing product assortment, pricing, and promotions to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.
* Leverage customer data knowledge and analytical thinking to gain insights into customer behavior, market trends, and competitive landscapes.
* Translate data visualization and interpretation into actionable strategies and informed business decisions.
* Cultivate and manage strong partner relationships, fostering collaborative growth and ensuring effective negotiation planning and preparation.
* Drive digital collaboration initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and improve the customer experience.
* Champion industry knowledge and advocacy, staying abreast of evolving market dynamics and regulatory changes.
* Develop and implement effective retail training programs to elevate team capabilities and service standards.
* Ensure effective knowledge sharing across teams and regions to propagate best practices and foster continuous learning.
* Demonstrate strong commercial acumen in all decision-making, optimizing financial performance and achieving key business targets.
* Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, presenting strategic vision and operational performance with clarity and conviction.

Job Qualifications

* Proven experience in a senior leadership role within convenience retail, preferably with a focus on European markets.
* Demonstrated expertise in Agility core practices and methodologies.
* Exceptional Analytical Thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and drive strategic insights.
* Strong Commercial Acumen, with a track record of achieving financial targets and driving profitable growth.
* Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and engaging diverse stakeholders.
* Deep understanding of Customer centric thinking and its application in retail strategy.
* Proficiency in Customer data knowledge, including data analysis and interpretation.
* Expertise in Data visualization and interpretation tools and techniques.
* Experience in fostering Digital Collaboration and leveraging technology for business improvement.
* Strong Industry knowledge and advocacy within the convenience retail sector.
* A commitment to Knowledge Sharing and building a learning culture.
* Proven ability in Negotiation planning and preparation, with successful outcomes in complex agreements.
* Extensive experience in Partner relationship management, building and maintaining strategic alliances.
* In-depth understanding of Retail Category Management principles and practices.
* Demonstrated success in Retail territory development and market expansion.
* Strong Retail training skills, with the ability to develop and deliver effective training programs.

Why Join Us?
We’re committed to supporting leaders who want to make an impact. At bp, you’ll have the chance to shape and influence outcomes across businesses. You’ll be part of an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and where your contribution to performance and integration matters.

We invest in the growth and wellbeing of our people, providing the resources, networks, and development opportunities needed to thrive. Our total rewards package includes competitive pay, bonuses, share options, and a range of flexible benefits designed to meet your needs — from healthcare and retirement plans to paid time off and agile working. We recognise that people have multifaceted lives, and we strive to offer a career experience that reflects that.

Travel Requirement

Up to 50% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Agility core practices, Agility core practices, Agreements and negotiations, Analytical Thinking, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Continued Learning, Continuous Improvement, Creativity and Innovation, Customer centric thinking, Customer data knowledge, Data Analysis, Data visualization and interpretation, Decision Making, Digital Collaboration, Digital Fluency, Industry knowledge and advocacy, Integrated pricing, Knowledge Sharing, Leading transformation, Negotiation planning and preparation, Offer and product knowledge, Offer execution and growth, Operational Excellence, Partner relationship management {+ 10 more}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

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