UK Acquisition Support Manager

Overview

In this role, you will help develop and refresh the UK Network Strategy, steering growth and optimisation of bp’s UK retail network. You’ll combine location planning, commercial analysis, and stakeholder management to inform investment decisions and strengthen the portfolio. You’ll work closely with Operations, dealers, and key partners to identify opportunities and track performance. The role offers strategic influence, exposure to senior forums, and impact across network expansion and post-investment reviews.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working options
• generous paid parental leave
• excellent retirement benefits
• equal opportunity employer
• accommodation for accessibility
• diverse and inclusive environment

Responsibilities

• Support the development and annual refresh of the UK Network Strategy
• Produce business cases and DSPs for acquisition and network investment opportunities
• Forecast and analyse fuel volumes, shop sales, and EV charging performance for acquisition projects
• Handle location planning tools, databases, and GIS analysis to support network decisions
• Build relationships with Operations, Dealer Sales, bp Pulse, M&S, and other partners
• Act as primary contact for M&S Property, supporting approval processes for new opportunities
• Assess Dealer-Owned opportunities and align with the wider network strategy
• Monitor competitor activity, market trends, and identify growth opportunities
• Lead post-investment reviews and track performance against forecasts
• Conduct regular site visits to validate assumptions and strengthen market understanding

Key requirements

• Degree or equivalent experience in Geography or related subject
• Strong understanding of UK geography, demographics, and road networks
• Experience in location planning, network strategy, acquisitions, or property analysis
• Advanced analytical skills, including GIS/ArcGIS Pro
• Strong commercial competence and experience developing investment cases
• Ability to use data and insights to drive business decisions

• Stakeholder management
• Analytical thinking
• Communication
• GIS/ArcGIS Pro
• Data analysis
• Data visualization and interpretation

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