Business Manager (Retail) - North at Ardova Plc

Ardova Plc is a Nigerian leading indigenous and integrated energy company involved in the distribution of petroleum products. With an extensive network of over 450 retail outlets in Nigeria and significant storage facilities in Apapa, Lagos and Onne, Rivers State, we procure and distribute petrol (PMS), diesel (AGO), kerosene (DPK) and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Our services also involve the manufacturing and distribution of a wide range of quality lubricants from our oil blending plant in Apapa, Lagos. These lubricants include: Super V, Visco 2000 and Diesel Motor Oil. We are also the sole authorised distributor of Shell branded Helix Engine Oils in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Manager (Retail) - North

Location: Kano
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• Optimization of company’s assets for sales and marketing of all company‘s products across the retail outlets and providing leadership to the Retail Marketing Associates within the region to deliver set targets.
• The job holder is charged with coordinating sales activities, development and implementation of strategies and plans to achieve expected levels of sales at the retail outlets across designated region.

Job Details

• Business development of the company operated outlets in the region.
• Lead the drive for the growth of AP’s market share in the region 
• Ensure compliance is maintained with AP’s policies in operation area.
• Deliver on volume, revenue, profit and OPEX set targets 
• Provide leadership to the team to foster collaboration needed to function as a unit.
• Drive regulatory compliance within area of operation.
• Set budgets and conduct periodic performance appraisal for Retail Marketing Associates 
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards across all retail outlets in the region
• Liaise with Terminal operations and fleet to ensure product availability and optimal stock quantities for the stations
• Propose product prices to drive profitability and revenue.     
• Keep abreast of industry and market trends, as well as competition at the regional level to support strategic decision making
• Drive the deployment of effective strategies to increase footfall at the retail outlets and strengthen the brand.

Requirements
Education:

• A Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of a 2.2 in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.

Experience:

• 7-10 years relevant experience.

Skills:

• Able to present and express information effectively and also responds positively to feedback
• Good knowledge of Ardova’s products and services
• Good customer service, relationship management tools, networking/teaming skills
• Good understanding of the local and international Oil & Gas sector including guiding principles and regulations. Good knowledge of marketing operations in the downstream oil and gas marketing sector.
• Thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Applies innovative solutions to problems and improve internal processes. 
• Good people management skills, supervisory, coaching and mentoring skills.

Benefits
Financial Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: Receive a generous salary for your work
• Transport Stipend/ Fueling Allowance: Additional financial support for your daily commute 
• 13th Month Allowances: Receive an extra boost at the end of the year
• Leave Allowances: Financial support to maintain a healthy work-life balance

Non-Financial Benefits:

• Comprehensive HMO Coverage: For employee, spouse, and up to four children
• Paid Time Off: Generous annual, parental, study, compassionate, and exam leave.
• Complimentary Lunch: Stay fueled and energized during work hours.

Application Closing Date
14th October, 2025.