Senior Manager Supply - Europe

About this role

Responsibilities

• Supply Strategy & Commercial Performance
• Lead aviation fuel supply operations across France, the UK, and Ireland.
• Develop and execute regional supply strategies to optimise profitability, operational efficiency, and customer service.
• Analyse market conditions, supply-demand trends, and operational performance to identify value creation opportunities.
• Support commercial growth initiatives through supply chain solutions, cost analysis, and operational expertise.
• Partner with commercial, pricing, and risk management teams to support strategic decision-making.
• Logistics, Inventory & Supply Chain Management
• Oversee fuel inventory management across airport locations within the region.
• Ensure reliable fuel availability while optimising storage utilisation and working capital.
• Monitor regional logistics networks, transportation routes, and supply infrastructure.
• Identify potential supply chain risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Support spot purchasing and inventory balancing activities where required.
• Supplier & Contract Management
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with,
• Fuel suppliers,
• Transportation providers,
• Storage operators and
• Airport service partners
• Lead supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate and manage commercial agreements with key service providers.
• Drive improvements in service quality, reliability, and cost efficiency across the supply chain.
• Leadership & Team Development
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Supply Operations Managers.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives.
• Share best practices and promote operational excellence across regional teams.
• Compliance & Sustainability
• Ensure compliance with all applicable aviation fuel, transportation, and regulatory requirements.
• Support regional Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) initiatives and compliance obligations.
• Participate in audits and regulatory reporting activities.
• Maintain the highest standards of operational governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Planning & Budget Management
• Lead regional budget planning and operating activities.
• Monitor performance against budget and forecast targets.
• Provide regular business updates and performance reports to senior leadership.
• Support long-term capacity planning and strategic growth initiatives.
• Skills & Experience
• Essential Experience
• Significant experience in one or more of the following areas,
• Aviation fuel supply,
• Fuel logistics,
• Energy or commodities operations,
• Petroleum distribution,
• Supply chain leadership and
• Transportation and logistics management
• Proven experience managing complex regional supply networks and operational teams.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of improving profitability and operational performance.
• Experience negotiating and managing supplier and logistics contracts.
• Strong forecasting, planning, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Demonstrated success in leading, developing, and coaching high-performing teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Fluent English and French language skills.
• Preferred Experience
• Direct experience within aviation fuel supply operations.
• Knowledge of airport operations and into-plane services.
• Exposure to commodity pricing, fuel markets, and risk management.
• Understanding of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) regulations and industry mandates.
• Experience working across multiple European markets.
• Key Stakeholders
• Internal
• European Operations Director
• Commercial Teams
• Pricing Teams
• Risk Management Teams
• Supply Operations Managers
• Finance and Budgeting Teams
• Regional Leadership Teams
• External
• Fuel Suppliers
• Transportation and Logistics Providers
• Storage Operators
• Airport Authorities
• Into-Plane Service Providers
• Aviation Customers
• Regulatory Bodies
• Why Join World Fuel?
• Lead strategically important aviation fuel operations across multiple European countries.
• Play a key role in driving commercial performance and operational excellence.
• Work closely with senior leaders, suppliers, airport operators, and aviation customers.
• Support supply chain innovation and the transition towards Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
• Join a collaborative, high-performing organisation with significant opportunities for growth and career development.