World Fuel is seeking a commercially driven Supply Executive to join its marine fuels team in Singapore, offering energy and bunkering professionals an opportunity to work within one of the world’s largest fuel distribution and logistics companies.
The role will support World Fuel’s marine fuel supply activities across Korea and the wider Asia-Pacific region, with responsibilities spanning fuel procurement, supplier relationship management, market analysis, and commercial opportunity development. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening supply networks and supporting the company’s growing marine fuels business in one of the world’s most important bunkering hubs.
About World Fuel
World Fuel is a global fuel distribution, logistics, and energy solutions provider serving customers across the aviation, marine, and land transportation sectors. Operating in more than 200 countries and territories, the company connects fuel supply with customer demand through an extensive network of suppliers, logistics partners, and commercial teams. World Fuel provides a broad range of services including fuel supply, logistics management, credit and financing solutions, transaction management, and price risk management.
With operations supporting more than 8,000 locations worldwide, the company plays a significant role in ensuring reliable fuel availability across global transportation and energy markets. World Fuel employs approximately 5,000 professionals globally and continues to expand its presence across key maritime and energy trading centers.
The Role: Supply Executive
Based in Singapore, the Supply Executive will support World Fuel’s marine fuels business by sourcing and securing fuel supply while helping optimize commercial performance across assigned markets, particularly within Korea and the broader Asian region. The position is suited to professionals who thrive in fast-paced commodity trading environments and enjoy building strategic supplier relationships while identifying new commercial opportunities.
Working closely with suppliers, traders, customers, and operations teams, the successful candidate will contribute to the efficient procurement and delivery of marine fuels while supporting the company’s regional growth strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Fuel Procurement & Supply Management: The successful candidate will negotiate daily marine fuel purchasing requirements within assigned markets, ensuring competitive supply arrangements that support customer demand and commercial objectives.
- Supplier Relationship Development: Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing suppliers will be a key component of the role. The Supply Executive will work to strengthen partnerships and identify opportunities that create additional value for both suppliers and customers.
- New Supplier Acquisition: The position involves identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new suppliers to expand World Fuel’s regional supply network and improve market coverage.
- Contract Negotiation: The successful applicant will structure and negotiate supply agreements designed to secure commercially advantageous terms while supporting long-term business growth.
- Market Analysis & Trading Support: The role requires ongoing monitoring of marine fuel markets, pricing trends, and supply-demand fundamentals to identify trading opportunities and support commercial decision-making.
- Supply Network Development: The Supply Executive will maintain a pipeline of supplier opportunities while supporting strategic planning initiatives through the management of port demand profiles and regional market intelligence.
- Operational Coordination: Working closely with logistics and operations teams, the successful candidate will assist with delivery coordination, service-related issues, and claims management to ensure smooth execution of fuel supply activities.
Candidate Profile
- Experience: Candidates should possess at least three years of experience in commodity trading, preferably within marine fuels, bunkering, energy markets, or related sectors.
- Language Requirements: Fluency in Korean, both written and spoken, is required due to regular interaction with Korean-speaking suppliers, counterparties, and stakeholders.
- Commercial Expertise: Applicants should demonstrate a strong understanding of commodity market fundamentals, pricing dynamics, and commercial negotiation practices.
- Analytical Skills: The ideal candidate will possess strong numerical and analytical capabilities with the ability to interpret market data, evaluate opportunities, and support commercial decision-making.
- Communication & Negotiation: Success in the role requires excellent communication skills, commercial judgment, and the confidence to negotiate effectively within competitive market environments.
Preferred Qualifications: Additional advantages include:
- Experience as a marine fuel broker or bunker trader
- Knowledge of derivatives markets
- Understanding of risk management instruments
- Previous exposure to international fuel supply operations
Why Join World Fuel?
- Global Market Exposure: Gain direct exposure to international marine fuel markets and commodity trading activities while working within a globally recognized energy business.
- Career Development: The role offers strong opportunities for professionals seeking to build long-term careers within marine fuel supply, commodity trading, and commercial energy markets.
- Entrepreneurial Culture: World Fuel fosters an entrepreneurial and collaborative working environment where innovation, initiative, and commercial thinking are highly valued.
- International Impact: Employees contribute to fuel supply operations that support customers across global shipping, aviation, and transportation markets.
- Competitive Compensation: The company offers competitive compensation packages alongside opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
About the Location
Singapore remains the world’s largest bunkering port and one of the most important global centers for marine fuels trading, energy commerce, and maritime services. Home to leading bunker suppliers, shipowners, commodity traders, and energy companies, Singapore provides unparalleled access to international shipping markets and fuel supply networks. The city-state continues to play a central role in the development of alternative marine fuels, digital bunkering solutions, and maritime decarbonization initiatives. For marine fuels professionals, Singapore offers a dynamic and highly connected environment with direct exposure to some of the industry’s most influential market participants.
How to Apply
Professionals interested in applying for the Supply Executive position are encouraged to submit their applications through World Fuel’s official recruitment platform. The role offers an opportunity to join a global organization at the forefront of fuel supply, logistics, and energy trading while supporting customers across the international maritime sector.
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