Strategic Sourcing Manager, Fuel
Strategic Sourcing Manager, Fuel
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Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Fuel Supply & Strategy Manager to oversee our fuel procurement supply chain optimization and strategic planning initiatives. This role will be responsible for managing supplier relationships identifying cost-saving opportunities optimizing ordering and storage processes and ensuring compliance across our fuel operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in the liquid fuel sector strong commercial acumen and a proven ability to deliver both short-term efficiencies and long-term strategic value.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and maintain relationships with fuel suppliers ensuring competitive pricing and reliable supply.
Identify arbitrage and cost-savings opportunities through market analysis and operational optimization.
Optimize the fuel ordering process leveraging telemetry systems and other technologies to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Develop implement and oversee bulk storage tank maintenance programs ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.
Manage the retail fuel card program including monitoring transactions for fraud detection and prevention.
Develop a long-term fuel strategy optimizing existing assets while mitigating supply and price risks.
Monitor and analyze regional supply points pipeline networks and terminal economics to inform purchasing and operational decisions.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.
A. Education and Experience
- Education: Bachelors Degree (accredited) or in lieu of degree High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
- Experience: 5 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in the liquid fuel sector.
- Minimum 3 years of direct experience managing fuel supply contracts.
- Comprehensive understanding of fuel logistics including regional supply dynamics pipeline operations and terminal economics.
- Proven track record in supplier negotiation cost optimization and risk management.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data and operational metrics.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency with fuel management software telemetry systems and related technologies is preferred.
- Basic understanding of commodity trading as well as hedging/ risk management strategies.
B. Certificates Licenses Registrations or Other Requirements
- None required.
C. Other Knowledge Skills or Abilities Required
- None required.
Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Normal setting for this job is: office setting and/or landfill/outdoor.
Benefits
At WM each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan Company match on 401K and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation Holidays and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for please click Apply.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
