Regional VP of Operations & Growth

United Petroleum Transports, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

United Petroleum Transports, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead the regional performance of a terminals group, with full P&L accountability and a focus on safety, reliability and profitability.

The role develops CSC Managers, strengthens customer relationships, drives growth, and ensures terminals operate with discipline and strong leadership across the region. Regular travel and collaboration with regional teams are required.

Qualifications

• Business degree or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in the bulk fuel or related transportation industry.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience, including direct responsibility for managing other managers.
• Strong knowledge of FMCSA/DOT regulations and other relevant state guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize regional data into clear insight and action.
• Strong written and verbal communication, negotiation, and customer relationship skills.
• Ability to lead and prioritize across multiple terminals and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and transportation-related software.

Responsibilities

• Drive the development of CSC Managers across the region, holding them accountable to growth and training needs.
• Hold regional financial accountability across all terminals, including budgeting oversight and cost and revenue trends.
• Reinforce clear decision rights so CSC Managers own terminal decisions while regional issues are elevated appropriately.
• Coordinate and reallocate equipment, drivers, and other resources across terminals to protect service and performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key regional customers to anticipate needs and prevent avoidable escalations.
• Drive growth across the region by expanding accounts and identifying new business, partnering with Sales.
• Review regional performance data to identify trends, root causes, and emerging risks.
• Hold CSC Managers accountable for safety and compliance across every terminal.
• Represent the region in company leadership discussions, advocating for what the region needs with supporting data.
• Step into issues beyond a CSC Manager's authority or capability, coaching them through resolution and building their capability for the future.
• Maintain regular visibility across the region through terminal visits, customer meetings, and industry activity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coordinate across terminals

Strategic thinking

Customer relationships

Data analysis

Risk management

Negotiation

Education

Business degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Transportation software

Job description

United Petroleum Transports, Inc. is seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead the regional performance of a terminals group, with full P&L accountability and a focus on safety, reliability and profitability.

The role develops CSC Managers, strengthens customer relationships, drives growth, and ensures terminals operate with discipline and strong leadership across the region. Regular travel and collaboration with regional teams are required.