Fuel Management and Trading Head

The Fuel Management and Trading Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end fuel procurement, sourcing strategy, and trading activities of the organization. This role ensures secure, cost-effective, and compliant fuel supply while optimizing trading opportunities, managing supplier relationships, and navigating global market dynamics.

The role requires strategic oversight of supply chain operations, risk management, contract negotiation, and

market intelligence

General Responsibilities:

Fuel Sourcing Strategy & Supply Security

· Develop and execute short- and long-term coal sourcing strategies

· Ensure reliable, uninterrupted fuel supply across operations

· Diversify sourcing portfolio (domestic/import, suppliers, grades)

· Balance cost, quality, and risk in procurement decisions

· Oversee coordination with logistics (shipping, ports, inventory)

· Optimize supply chain efficiency (freight strategy, stock levels)

Trading & Commercial Value Optimization

· Lead coal trading strategies (spot, term, arbitrage)

· Capture market opportunities to optimize cost and generate value

· Manage pricing exposure, benchmarks, and contract positions

· Drive commercial decision-making based on market insights

Supplier Management & Contracting Excellence

· Lead negotiations for long-term and spot contracts

· Build strategic supplier and trader relationships

· Ensure strong contract governance, compliance, and performance

· Manage disputes and ensure favorable commercial terms

Risk, Market Intelligence & Compliance

· Monitor market trends, pricing indices, and geopolitical risks

· Implement risk mitigation strategies (price, supply, credit)

· Ensure regulatory, environmental, and trade compliance

· Provide forward-looking market intelligence to leadership

Team Leadership

· Build and lead a high-performing sourcing and trading team with clear roles, accountability, and cross-functional alignment

· Develop technical and commercial capabilities in sourcing, trading, and decisionmaking

· Drive performance management, fostering a results-oriented and accountable culture

· Ensure strong governance, ethical standards, and disciplined execution of sourcing and trading activities

· Establish and maintain a robust talent pipeline and succession plan

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Finance or a related field
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate degree, an advantage

Experience

• 10–15+ years of experience in coal sourcing, commodity trading, or energy procurement
• Strong exposure to international coal markets, including suppliers and trading networks
• Proven experience in contract negotiation for long-term and spot transactions
• Solid background in trading strategies, pricing mechanisms, and market analysis
• Demonstrated leadership in managing commercial teams and end-to-end supply chain operations