Director, Network Development & Operations

Director, Network Development & Operations (NDO)

Are you motivated by leading people, driving complex projects, and taking ownership of major investments? And do you thrive at the intersection of operations, development, and strategy? Then this role might be for you.

Help shape the future of mobility and our station network

Your new team

At Circle K, we are more than just a stop along the way; we keep Denmark moving and take responsibility for our contribution to the green transition. Our stations play a vital role in this effort, and in this position, you will hold the overall responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and development of our station network across Denmark. Being responsible for the station network means that you will be part of a team that helps shape the future of mobility and develops our network for the benefit of both our business and the society. In addition, you will be responsible for leading a team of seven employees, several of whom work remotely. Our network is at the core of the business, and we are looking for a Director who can ensure stable operations today, while developing the stations of tomorrow, with a strong focus on EV and modern retail concepts. You will report to our Head of NDO Europe, be part of the European NDO leadership team, and work closely with the Danish leadership team.

Leadership, operations, and development

The Director role spans a broad scope – from reactive and preventive maintenance and environmental matters to new construction projects, refurbishments, and large-scale investment projects. While leading your team, you ensure stable operations, drive major projects and investments, and actively contribute to strategic decisions as part of the leadership team. You are also responsible for budgets, suppliers, and cross-functional collaboration across the organization, always with a strong focus on sustainability, HSE, and future mobility.

Key areas of responsibility

• Lead and develop the team, ensuring performance and delivery on objectives
• Overall maintenance and budget responsibility (OPEX and CAPEX), including annual budgeting and reporting to INGO and Circle K
• Maintenance responsibility for both brands
• Responsibility for a significant OPEX maintenance budget
• Delivery of capital investment projects
• Drive large projects and modernization of the station network, including EV infrastructure
• Ensure stable and reliable operations across the entire network
• Strategic supplier management and collaboration across the organization

The person behind the title

We are looking for an experienced leader with a solid technical and financial understanding, who can navigate complex projects and take responsibility across the organization. You are not a hands-on specialist, but a strong project leader who creates structure, momentum, effective collaboration, and results across a wide and diverse portfolio. As Director, you are a confident member of a leadership team where your input is valued and actively used. You understand the connection between operations, investments, and strategy, and anticipate what comes next, enabling you to make sound decisions with confidence, based on what is best for the business at any given time. You thrive with variation and can maintain a strong overview, while prioritizing financial discipline, structure, and progress. You will have access to sparring from both technical specialists within the team and the former Director, Peter Nicholsen Christensen, but the ability to independently drive initiatives and make decisions is essential.

We celebrate success together

At Circle K, we invest in both technology and stations to continue setting the standard for modern retail and a robust EV network. In the short term, you will create clarity, ensure strong governance of operations and finances, and build strong relationships across the organization. In the longer term, you will develop the network, optimize processes, and deliver major investments, including new construction projects, modernizations, and EV infrastructure. In other words, you will work both on maintaining today's stations and shaping the stations of the future.

5 Days Together – because we believe in presence and community

At Circle K, we believe the best energy is created when we are together. We work from the office five days a week, combining flexibility with presence and collaboration. You will be based alongside around 200 talented colleagues in our newly renovated Copenhagen office, offering a canteen, fitness facilities, and flexible work zones that support concentration, creativity, and strong collaboration. In your daily work, you will meet both experienced colleagues who have been with us for many years and colleagues who are early in their careers. We are proud of our average tenure of 12.5 years, reflecting our strong focus on internal development and continuous learning. As a global organization, we also offer many exciting career opportunities, both locally and internationally, making it possible to shape a long-term career path with us.

Do you want to shape the future of our stations and network?

Please submit your CV along with a short statement outlining your motivation for applying for the position no later than May 14th, 2026. We conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

If you have any questions about the role, you are welcome to contact Peter Nicholson Christensen via email: peternicholson.christensen@circlekeurope.com