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Clipper Petroleum · 4 days ago

Fuel Sales Business Development Manager - Charlotte Area

Clipper Petroleum is a company focused on wholesale fuel growth in the Charlotte market. They are seeking a Fuel Sales Business Development Manager to drive growth by developing new sites and managing existing dealer relationships, overseeing the full sales cycle from proposals to account management.

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Responsibilities

Grow long-term petroleum volume and profitability through NTI development and existing site conversions
Build trust with owners/operators via proven sales & marketing programs and local market expertise
Own sales pipeline management: prospect, qualify, advance, and forecast opportunities
Lead new-account onboarding (Phase 1–4) to ensure clean, timely launches
Promote Clipper’s value proposition to the Charlotte C-store market
Proactively develop and prioritize leads across the Charlotte metro
Qualify sites/owners/operators for long-term success and alignment with Clipper standards
Craft compelling proposals and offers that meet ROI benchmarks and customer needs
Stay current on industry trends; build a strong business network
Leverage Clipper’s value-added tools to close and retain: Preferred Vendor Programs, Training Programs, Branded Dealer Meetings, Clipper Financial Strength, Annual Dealer Meeting & Trade Show
Always follow company processes and procedures to execute sound business plans
Build knowledge of fuel brand programs; maintain strong relationships with major-oil representatives
Develop a working network of imaging contractors and petroleum equipment contractors for timely, cost-efficient upgrades and conversions
Represent Clipper at trade shows, customer/vendor events, and referral networks to broaden the prospect base
Serve as the liaison among prospects, customers, suppliers, contractors, and internal teams
Coordinate internal resources to keep projects moving through the sales project-management cycle
Communicate pipeline status, needs, opportunities, and risks to management and cross-functional partners
Support dealers with ongoing best practices to grow their retail business
Manage a portfolio of 30–40 existing dealer accounts in the Charlotte area
Act as key contact and business consultant to the dealer
Review and improve mystery shop performance with dealers
Monitor contract performance and compliance; address collections issues
Manage and execute renewals
Coordinate with sister companies Explorers Transport and True North Energy Solutions as needed
Manage capital projects from scope of work through completion
Secure competitive bids, build and manage budgets, and deliver on timeline/quality
Perform audit reports on petroleum supply agreements
Complete an audit review within 6 months of each store opening

Qualification

Sales experienceDownstream branded petroleumSales pipeline managementMicrosoft OfficeProject managementOrganizedInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsNegotiation skillsSelf-starter

Required

High school diploma or equivalent
1+ year experience in convenience store or petroleum industry
Sales experience with independent owners
Proven track record managing multiple accounts and/or projects
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Highest professional and ethical standards; aligns with company vision and goals
Organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven—must manage time and follow through
Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
Self-starter who thrives in a team environment and in the field
Valid driver's license and ability to travel across the Charlotte market
Candidates must reside within daily driving distance of the Greater Charlotte, NC/SC market and possess knowledge of the local C-store landscape

Preferred

Sales experience with independent owners preferred
Downstream branded petroleum knowledge strongly preferred

Benefits

Company vehicle provided
Laptop, tablet, and cell phone

Company

Clipper Petroleum

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Clipper Petroleum is a firm that operates as a convenience store retailer, fast food retailer, and wholesale fuel distributing firm.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Mandy Lathem
Human Resources Business Partner
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