About NECO Petroleum
NECO Petroleum, a division of TMG, provides comprehensive fuel distribution and logistics services across Tribal Nations and commercial partners. We are committed to operational excellence, safety, and building lasting partnerships rooted in trust, integrity, and shared growth.
Position Overview
The General Manager (GM) provides strategic and operational leadership for NECO Petroleum and its distribution operations. This role ensures excellence across all facets of the business — from fuel logistics, supply management, and pricing strategy to safety, compliance, customer experience, and profitability.
The GM acts as the bridge between operations, business development, and customer engagement — fostering strong relationships with Tribal Nations, vendors, and industry partners while driving sustainable growth consistent with TMG’s mission and values.
Key Responsibilities
1. Safety, People, and Culture
- Champion a safety-first culture in compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and environmental standards.
- Build a high-performance, values-driven team emphasizing accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Partner with People Operations to recruit, train, and retain skilled drivers and operations staff.
- Oversee driver training, certifications, and readiness for audits or inspections.
2. Strategic & Operational Leadership
- Translate TMG’s mission into operational goals and measurable outcomes.
- Oversee daily logistics, dispatch, fleet operations, and terminal management in partnership with the Director of Petroleum.
- Manage both in-house and third-party trucking operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient delivery.
- Lead end-to-end fuel supply and pricing strategy, optimizing cost, risk, and market position.
- Evaluate multi-state expansion opportunities and ensure regulatory and operational readiness.
- Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Compliance, Business Development, Customer Experience, and Maintenance to align strategy and execution.
3. Financial & Business Management
- Own NECO Petroleum’s P&L, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth.
- Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets.
- Implement cost controls, pricing discipline, and margin optimization.
- Drive ERP and dispatch system modernization for enhanced visibility and efficiency.
- Strengthen supplier relationships for reliable and cost-effective fuel sourcing.
4. Customer & Partner Relationships
- Build and sustain strong relationships with Tribal Nations, industry partners, and customers.
- Collaborate with Business Development and Customer Experience teams to deliver exceptional service.
- Support growth through new partnerships and diversified business opportunities.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in trucking, transportation logistics, or fuel distribution; at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Expertise in fuel supply, pricing, terminal operations, and wholesale distribution.
- Deep understanding of petroleum regulations, DOT compliance, and ERP/fleet management systems.
- Experience managing multi-state operations and regulatory compliance.
- Experience working with or within Tribal enterprises strongly preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strategic and analytical thinker with strong financial acumen.
- Inspirational, people-centered leader skilled in team development and coaching.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Decisive, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for operational excellence.
- Proficient in logistics, dispatch, and fleet analytics tools.
- Available for 24/7 operational response as required.
Physical & Work Environment
- Combination of office and field environments; regular site visits required.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb during inspections.
- Occasionally lift or move up to 25 lbs.
- Exposure to outdoor conditions, fuel odors, and moderate noise.
- Regular travel within the U.S.; cross-border travel into Canada may be required.
Why Join NECO Petroleum
- Lead a mission-driven enterprise serving Tribal Nations and regional partners.
- Shape growth in a dynamic, values-based organization.
- Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with leadership impact.
