Marine Fuels Trading & Procurement Senior Manager

Faststream is partnering with a leading international shipping group to identify an experienced marine fuels professional to join its global commercial and procurement function. This is a strategic role covering marine fuel procurement, bunker supply strategy, pricing, market analysis, supplier negotiations and risk management across a globally operated fleet. The successful candidate will bring strong exposure to the marine fuels market, ideally with a background in bunker trading, fuel procurement, pricing, futures or hedging. The role will suit someone who is commercially sharp, highly market-aware and confident advising senior stakeholders on fuel strategy, cost optimisation and supply risk in a fast-moving global shipping environment. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute global marine fuel and lubricant procurement strategies across an operated fleet. Monitor bunker markets, fuel price movements, supply trends and regional market dynamics to support procurement and commercial decisions. Apply trading and pricing knowledge to support cost optimisation, term contract strategy and fuel purchasing decisions. Assess exposure to price volatility, supply disruption, counterparty risk and fuel quality issues. Support the evaluation of futures, swaps, hedging considerations and other market tools where relevant to fuel procurement strategy. Negotiate commercial terms, bunker supply agreements and term contracts with suppliers, traders and service providers. Manage supplier relationships, performance, coverage and compliance across key bunkering locations. Identify alternative bunker ports and supply options to improve cost competitiveness and supply resilience. Work closely with fleet operations, finance, sustainability and technical teams to align fuel strategy with business needs. Provide senior management with regular updates on market trends, procurement performance, pricing exposure, risks and cost-saving opportunities. Ensure compliance with IMO, regional environmental requirements and internal procurement standards. Requirements Proven experience in marine fuels, bunkering, bunker trading, fuel procurement or related shipping/energy markets. Strong understanding of bunker pricing, fuel supply chains, global bunker markets and commercial trading dynamics. Exposure to fuel futures, swaps, hedging or price risk management would be highly advantageous. Proven experience negotiating with bunker suppliers, traders, oil majors or fuel service providers. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance cost, supply reliability, compliance and operational requirements. Good understanding of marine fuel quality, bunker claims, regulatory requirements and the evolving decarbonisation landscape. Experience supporting a global fleet, shipowner, operator, bunker trader, energy major or marine fuel supplier would be highly relevant. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to provide clear, data-driven recommendations to senior leadership. This is an excellent opportunity for a marine fuels professional with strong trading and procurement exposure to take on a global role with a well-established international shipping organisation. If you have what it takes for this role, apply now or share it with someone in your network who would be a good fit. Jess Choo EA Reg No: R1989216 Faststream Recruitment Pte Ltd, EA License no: 09C3403