Retail Business Opportunity with Shell

Shell Brings to You an Exciting Entrepreneurial Opportunity

With more than 43,000 outlets serving some 25 million customers globally, Shell is one of the most widely recognized brands in the world – and we’re offering a great opportunity to operate and manage one or more of our service stations.

We understand fuel stations are not just about selling fuel today. Customers are looking for a wide range of products and services, provided by people who will take the time to understand and meet their needs.

Consistent, top quality customer service is at the heart of what we do. That's why we're looking for bright, ambitious, business-minded people with a passion for innovation to help take our business to new levels of success.

If this sounds like something you can help deliver, then you could look forward to a great future as part of our select group of Self-employed Retailers.

We will provide you with excellent training and support to help you make the most of your talents.

Please take a few minutes to read through these pages for more information. If this is an opportunity that excites you, please fill out and submit the application form. You can do so by downloading it and emailing it to SHELLPK-RetailCommunication@shell.com

You can also choose to fill out and submit the form online. After receiving your details we will be in touch to start the application and selection process, which we hope will lead to your successful new venture.

The retail opportunity

Running one or a cluster of Shell service stations is a major commitment. Many of our service stations offer a range of fuel and non-fuel products and services and are open 24/7, 365 days a year, so you will need to be confident that your team can maintain world-class service standards round the clock.

Motivated and well organised, you will set the standard for the business under your control. You will need to be the kind of person who can think innovatively, inspire professionalism and get on with all kinds of people - not least of all your customers. Remember, gaining their repeat business will be absolutely vital to your success; it will be up to you and your team to win them over through service delivery, novelty and innovation.

The deal

As a Self-employed Retailer, you will bring your skills, business approach, enthusiasm, commitment and your passion for innovation, while we supply the service stations, fuel, support and a full retailer-training program. In short, we'll be working together to grow the business within an honest, open environment.

• You will receive remuneration on your performance against targets
• Grow the business and exceed estimated sales while controlling your costs, and your income will increase accordingly.
• Shell will determine the core product range for the service station and own all stock. 
• You will employ and manage your own staff to operate the service station.

Returns on investment

Your income will depend on the type and number of stations you run and their locations, but you can look forward to potential earnings of between PKR 2,500,000 and PKR 3,500,000 per annum from year one (for a single site), with the opportunity for additional earnings if you exceed targets and control your costs.

Please note, these figures are not guaranteed.

We will require security in the form of a bank guarantee. The amount can vary depending on the site/ cluster characteristics and the results of your credit assessment. A working capital amount may also be required to fund your business in order to purchase initial stock.

Earnings and numbers of sites may vary and are not guaranteed.

Supporting your success

Initially, you will receive supervised work experience and on-site training program at a Shell service station that is tailored to suit your requirements. As you progress, we will develop your abilities through a series of tailored training courses.

Next steps

Download and complete an application form and send it to SHELLPK-RetailCommunication@shell.com OR submit the application form online. We will be in touch after reviewing your application if it is successful.

Still Have Questions? Please see the section below:

I want to run my own business but I am not sure if I have the relevant experience. What qualifications do I need?

No formal qualifications are required, but an ideal candidate will have at least an undergraduate degree and/or five years of work experience. However, you will need the drive, business acumen, passion for innovation and determination to succeed. You will have to provide working capital and have security in the form of a bank guarantee.

I think I have the right qualities, but will I receive training?

You will receive supervised work experience and a series of training programs tailored to suit your requirements. 

What funding will be required?

Due to the nature of the business you will be required to provide financial security in the form of a bank guarantee of PKR 1,000,000. The amount of working capital, which may also be required may vary depending on the location and size of the cluster/ site.

How soon can I be in business?

The selection process, business planning and training course is likely to take around three to six months (depending on the location of service station or clusters).

How much can I expect to earn?

Your income will depend on the location and number of service stations you operate, but you can look forward to potential earnings of between PKR 2,500,000 and PKR 3,500,000* per annum from year one (for a single station), with the opportunity for additional earnings if you exceed targets and control your costs. Please note, these figures are not guaranteed.

^*Earnings and numbers of sites may vary and are not guaranteed.

Disclaimer: the earnings figures stated above are the projected range for a Retailer operating a single station. They are not guaranteed and actual earnings may be higher or lower depending on a number of factors, including cluster size and efficiency of site operation. If you are selected to operate a Cluster, the Cluster size may vary depending on the number of sites available.