Supply Analyst - Aviation Fuel

World Fuel Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

World Fuel Services Europe Ltd. seeks a Supply Analyst - Aviation Fuel (Europe) based in London. The role focuses on bulk fuel supply operations, scheduling, and related services across the European region, ensuring reliable, cost-effective supply for customers.

You will work on inventory management, pipeline scheduling, transaction processing, and market analysis, collaborating across regions to optimize supply chain performance.

Qualifications

• Fluent English with excellent communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and numerical ability.
• Interest in supply operations and commodities.
• Strong analytical and numerical abilities.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving mindset.
• Collaborative team player who meets deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Inventory management and scheduling to balance stock levels.
• Plan pipeline and truck deliveries to inventory locations.
• Process bulk transactions and manage related payments.
• Analyze supply and market trends across regions.
• Coordinate haulage and logistics with sites and providers.
• Drive improvements and report quarterly KPIs.

Skills

Fluent English

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team player

Time management

Education

Degree qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At World Fuel, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.

Supply Analyst - Aviation Fuel (Europe)

Location: Canary Wharf, London

The Supply Analyst, Aviation Fuel (Europe) is responsible for bulk fuel supply operations, logistics, scheduling, and fuel-related services across the European region. The role focuses on ensuring a reliable and cost-effective fuel supply to WFS customers while optimizing supply chain efficiency and managing daily physical position hedging activities. Although assigned to a specific region, the EMEA Supply team operates collaboratively, and cross-regional support is an integral part of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Inventory Management & Scheduling: Actively manage and schedule fuel inventories to maintain optimal stock balances. Ensure accurate and efficient scheduling of fuel deliveries into inventory locations. Liaise with Into-Plane (ITP) agents, suppliers, and service providers to support inventory requirements.
• Pipeline Scheduling & Truck Dispatch: Schedule and monitor pipeline and truck deliveries into inventory locations. Assess and develop the most effective supply mix based on current and potential supply options.
• Transaction Processing & Administration: Ensure timely and accurate entry, verification, and processing of bulk transactions. Manage associated payments and receivables.
• Supply & Market Analysis: Analyse supply and demand trends across assigned inventory locations. Identify opportunities to enhance supply chain value and optimise supply arrangements. Develop an understanding of fuel supply, logistics options, and associated pricing structures, including, pipeline transportation, road haulage (truck deliveries) and storage solutions.
• Haulage & Logistics Coordination: Create weekly CXL (internal accounts system) haulage nominations for both Self-Supply and General Aviation (GA) locations. Coordinate daily with haulage providers and operational sites regarding missed deliveries or delivery issues. Work closely with site operators to resolve operational challenges.
• Performance & Continuous Improvement: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and logistics partners. Drive continuous improvements in supply chain performance and efficiency. Develop and analyse quarterly KPIs for haulage contracts to ensure compliance with contractual requirements. Support operational efficiency initiatives to maximise profitability within the allocated region. Share best practices and improvement opportunities across the wider EMEA Supply team.

Skills & Experience

Essential Skills

• Fluent English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong interest in supply operations and the commodities industry.
• Excellent analytical and numerical abilities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills

• Experience in supply chain management within an oil, fuel, or commodities environment.
• Degree qualification or equivalent relevant industry experience and/or professional qualifications.
• Additional European language skills.
• Knowledge of fuel logistics, storage, transportation, or aviation fuel supply operations.

Why Join This Role?

This is an excellent opportunity for an analytically minded professional looking to build a career in aviation fuel supply and the wider commodities sector. The role offers exposure to international supply chain operations, logistics optimisation, market analytics, and stakeholder management across the EMEA region.

World Fuel Services Europe, Ltd. At World Fuel, our people "Fuel Their Careers". We work in more than 150 locations worldwide and come from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds that offer an equally diverse range of skills. As a global leader in the fuel industry, World Fuel offers exceptional individuals the opportunity to become part of a truly successful international corporation. We are proud to be among the Fortune 100 companies.