Fuel Strategy Manager

NORTHERN JET MANAGEMENT INC•Orlando, FL

5d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Fuel Strategy Manager is responsible for optimizing all fuel-related spend across the Northern Jet fleet by managing FBO relationships, negotiating competitive pricing, auditing fuel transactions, and driving data-informed purchasing behavior across operations. This role sits at the intersection of operations, finance, and vendor management and is directly accountable for reducing fuel cost per gallon while ensuring operational efficiency and service quality.

Requirements

Experience in aviation operations, fuel management, or vendor sourcing preferred
Experience in risk management preferred
Strong negotiation and relationship management skills
Analytical mindset with ability to interpret pricing data and trends
Ability to interpret market data and perform market research
Familiarity with FBO networks, fuel pricing structures, and trip planning (preferred)
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, real-time operational environment
Thinks like an owner of the fuel P&L
Is proactive, not reactive
Can balance cost savings with operational reality
Builds relationships that create leverage—not just transactions
Comfortable influencing pilots, schedulers, and leadership

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze fuel spend across the organization
Identify pricing trends, anomalies, and cost-saving opportunities
Develop and maintain preferred FBO network and pricing benchmarks
Drive measurable reduction in average $/gallon and total fuel expense
Build and maintain strong relationships with FBOs nationwide
Negotiate transient fuel pricing, discounts, and volume-based incentives
Establish preferred vendor agreements where advantageous
Ensure service quality aligns with Northern Jet standards
Actively negotiate fuel pricing for high-volume routes and repeat destinations
Coordinate with scheduling and dispatch to influence fuel purchasing decisions
Identify opportunities for fuel tankers or strategic fueling when appropriate
Track and enforce negotiated pricing agreements
Audit fuel invoices and receipts against quoted or negotiated pricing
Identify billing discrepancies and recover overcharges
Ensure all fuel transactions are properly allocated to trips
Provide guidance on preferred fueling locations and pricing expectations
Develop processes that ensure fuel decisions are made proactively—not reactively
Maintain dashboard tracking: Cost per gallon, Savings vs market benchmarks, Vendor performance, Compliance with preferred fueling strategy
Deliver regular reporting to leadership with actionable insights
Identify behavioral trends across pilots and scheduling teams
Develop and enforce company fuel purchasing guidelines
Ensure alignment with any fuel programs, contracts, or operational requirements
Train internal teams on best practices for fuel purchasing

Benefits

80% Company-Paid Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with access to nationwide provider networks
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
Health Savings Account (HSA) option with tax-advantaged savings
Wellness Programs & Discounts including LifeMart and exclusive ID90 Travel deals
Paid Time Off starting at 2 weeks PTO plus 1 week of paid sick time annually
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (company-paid)
Voluntary Benefits including accident, critical illness, identity theft protection, and hospital indemnity plans
401(k) plan with a 3% company match
Short- and Long-Term Disability (company-paid)
Additional Lifestyle Perks and travel discounts designed for the aviation industry