Job Description
We believe our people are the foundation of our success and contribute deeply to our global culture of respect and excellence. Our dynamic office teams support our rapid-growing network of stores worldwide and help drive innovation and development in all parts of our business.
We are looking for
Senior Manager Payment Operations – Global Payment GatewayGlobal Payment Operations | Circle K
Role summary
This role sits within Global Payment Operations and is a Senior Manager Payment Operations position with primary responsibility for the Global Payment Gateway.
You will act as the functional owner and Product Manager of the global payment gateway platform, a core component of Circle K’s payment infrastructure enabling secure and reliable payment processing across markets, channels, and payment methods.
The role focuses on ensuring the gateway delivers on business needs, operational performance, and regulatory requirements while driving its ongoing development. It also includes ensuring compliance globally across all markets and payment flows.
Key responsibilities
Own the Global Payment Gateway as Product Manager with responsibility for vision, roadmap, and priorities.
Translate business, operational, and compliance needs into clear and actionable priorities for technology teams.
Drive global integration with POS, fuel systems, digital channels, and external payment partners.
Coordinate delivery across Europe and with North America.
Ensure performance, resilience, and global regulatory compliance of the gateway platform.
Enable onboarding of new payment methods, channels, and markets.
Profile
Senior experience with payment platforms, gateways, or complex integrations.
Strong understanding of payment systems, APIs, and vendor-driven delivery models.
Ability to bridge business and IT and drive execution across teams.
Experience from regulated environments (e.g. PSD, DORA).
Knowledge of PCI standards and payment security frameworks is an advantage.
Comfortable working globally across regions and stakeholders.
Role positioning
Senior leadership role within Global Payment Operations.
Primary responsibility is the Global Payment Gateway.
Requires full functional ownership, not only backlog management.
Why work with us
ACT is a proud receiver Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA)
A nice working atmosphere where we value our employees with access to modern work tools and office space.
The opportunity to develop yourself and grow in an international company: 'As you grow, we grow together.'
Possibility of enrolling in stock purchase plan.
Employee discount on fuel.
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast- growing company.
INTERESTED?
We are looking forward to your application!
We know great companies are built from within, by great people like you. Come grow with us!
Skills Required
- Senior experience with payment platforms, payment gateways, or complex integrations
- Strong understanding of payment systems and APIs
- Experience with vendor-driven delivery models
- Ability to bridge business and IT and drive execution across teams
- Experience working in regulated environments, such as PSD or DORA
- Ability to work globally across regions and stakeholders
- Knowledge of PCI standards and payment security frameworks
What We Do
Circle K is a global convenience-store and fuel-retail company operating across multiple countries. Its locations provide gasoline and other energy products alongside prepared food, beverages, car-wash services, and electric-vehicle fast charging. In Denmark, Circle K operates both Circle K and INGO brands, serving customers on the move through a broad network of stations and emphasizing convenient food and drink for everyday travel.
