Senior Aviation Fuel Supply Manager - Europe

World Fuel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

World Fuel is seeking a Senior Supply Operations Manager to lead aviation fuel supply across France, the UK and Ireland. You will report to the European Operations Director and optimize regional networks, drive performance, and manage strategic supplier relationships across airport locations.

This high-impact leadership role requires balancing operational excellence with business growth in a fast-paced commercial environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in aviation fuel supply, logistics or energy operations.
• Experience leading regional supply networks and managing operational teams.
• Strong commercial acumen to improve profitability and performance.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage supplier contracts and risk.
• Excellent forecasting, planning and analytical skills.
• Strong stakeholder communication in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Lead aviation fuel supply operations across France, the UK, and Ireland.
• Develop regional supply strategies to optimize profitability and service.
• Analyze market conditions and performance to drive value creation.
• Support commercial growth with supply chain solutions and cost analysis.
• Oversee fuel inventory across regional airport locations.
• Negotiate and manage supplier and logistics contracts.
• Lead and develop a regional team of Supply Operations Managers.
• Ensure compliance with aviation fuel, transport, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor budgets and provide regular updates to senior leadership.

Skills

Aviation fuel supply

Fuel logistics

Energy or commodities operations

Petroleum distribution

Supply chain leadership

Transportation or logistics management

Forecasting & analytics

Stakeholder management

Fluent English & French

Job description

World Fuel is seeking a Senior Supply Operations Manager to lead aviation fuel supply across France, the UK and Ireland. You will report to the European Operations Director and optimize regional networks, drive performance, and manage strategic supplier relationships across airport locations.

This high-impact leadership role requires balancing operational excellence with business growth in a fast-paced commercial environment.