Azamara Cruises · 3 days ago
Fuel Procurement and Technical Purchasing Manager
Azamara Cruises is seeking a Fuel Procurement and Technical Purchasing Manager to lead and execute the procurement of marine fuel and lubricants for their global cruise fleet. The role involves developing supplier strategies, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with sustainability initiatives while maintaining operational excellence.
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Responsibilities
Develop and implement fuel procurement strategies across key bunker regions; manage supplier portfolio and performance
Negotiate multi-year agreements (premiums, indices, delivery terms, sustainability clauses) and tactical terms (uplift windows, barge fees)
Execute daily fuel purchases, convert demand plans into POs, and schedule barge deliveries
Monitor global fuel markets and recommend timing/volume adjustments
Ensure compliance with IMO 2020/emissions rules, SOPs, and documentation standards
Integrate alternative fuels (LNG, biofuels, methanol) into procurement plans and align with emissions targets
Track and report KPIs: cost savings, supplier OTD/spec quality, deviation rates, and sustainability milestones
Liaise with cross-functional teams (Marine Ops, Energy Management, Vessel Ops, Scheduling, AP, Legal) to resolve delivery issues and optimize supply plans
Maintain accurate order files, BDNs, compliance documentation, and support QBRs and corrective actions
Lead the procurement and purchasing of non-fuel marine consumables and operational supplies (e.g., lubricants, chemicals, deck and engine spares, safety equipment, and technical stores)
Develop supplier strategies, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely, compliant delivery of all marine-related goods at optimal cost
Collaborate with Marine Operations, Technical, and Supply Chain teams to forecast demand, optimize inventory, and support vessel readiness for guest operations
Track and report KPIs for cost savings, supplier performance, delivery accuracy, and compliance with cruise industry standards
Performs other ad hoc duties as required. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, or related field; MBA preferred
7–10+ years in fuel procurement, energy trading, or marine fuels purchasing; cruise/marine industry experience highly desirable
Strong negotiation, financial modeling, market analytics, supplier coordination, and documentation skills
Experience with ERP/PO systems, market data, BI dashboards, and bunker ops tools
Preferred
MBA preferred
Company
Azamara Cruises
We believe the most important thing you can take on a cruise is time. Time in port. Days and nights. Overnights.
Funding
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unknown2021-01-19Acquired
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