Director, Network Development & Operations
Copenhagen - Denmark
Job Summary
Job Description
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.
Director Network Development & Operations (NDO)
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 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 largescale 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 crossfunctional collaboration across the organisation 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 modernisation of the station network including EV infrastructure
Ensure stable and reliable operations across the entire network
Strategic supplier management and collaboration across the organisation
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 organisation. You are not a handson 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 anticipates 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 prioritising 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 the longer term you will develop the network optimise processes and deliver major investments including new construction projects modernisations and EV other words you will work both on maintaining todays 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 organisation we also offer many exciting career opportunities both locally and internationally making it possible to shape a longterm 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:
Required Experience:
Director
About Company
Circle K is a convenience store and gas station chain offering a wide variety of products for people on the go. Visit us today!