Senior Procurement Category Manager Fuel
CORNELLA DE LLOBREGAT, B, ES, 08940 Riga, LV, LV-1039 Lysaker, NO, 1366
Senior Procurement Category Manager Fuel
Application deadline: 22.11.2026
Location: Spain; Latvia; Norway
Type of contract: Permanent
Our people are the heart of Norwegian. We embrace a culture of diversity, equality and inclusion, where different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives make us stronger. Together, we work towards our vision of becoming the most loved and trusted airline in Europe.
Are you our new Senior Procurement Category Manager Fuel?
Are you a commercially driven procurement professional with a passion for aviation, strategic sourcing and sustainable solutions?
At Norwegian, fuel is more than one of our largest operational expenses. It is a critical part of our daily operations, our competitiveness and our journey towards more sustainable aviation.
We are now looking for an experienced and strategically minded Senior Procurement Category Manager Fuel to join our Strategic Procurement team.
In this role, you will take responsibility for developing and managing our fuel procurement activities, covering both conventional jet fuel and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). You will play a key role in securing competitive agreements, strengthening supplier partnerships and ensuring reliable fuel supply across our network.
Reporting to the VP Strategic Procurement, you will work closely with colleagues across Operations, Finance and Sustainability, helping us deliver commercial value, operational resilience and our long-term strategic ambitions.
The position can be based at Fornebu (Norway), Barcelona (Spain) or Riga (Latvia).
In this role, you will:
- Drive strategic fuel sourcing: develop and execute sourcing strategies for conventional jet fuel and SAF, identifying cost-saving opportunities and leveraging synergies across the Group.
- Lead commercial negotiations: Manage complex, high-value supplier negotiations, contracting and supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing, favourable terms and long-term value.
- Be our SAF knowledge expert: Provide expertise on sustainable aviation fuel markets, regulatory requirements, technical developments, infrastructure and supply chains to support Norwegian's sustainability ambitions.
- Ensure operational resilience: Work closely with operational teams and suppliers to secure fuel availability, establish contingency arrangements and support the network during supply disruptions or shortages.
- Monitor markets and performance: Follow global and regional fuel markets, pricing mechanisms and industry benchmarks, while supporting budget preparation, forecasts, financial control and contract performance.
- Strengthen collaboration and compliance: Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and industry partners, ensuring procurement best practices, regulatory compliance and continuous process improvements.
- Lead and develop: Manage cross-functional projects, contribute to the overall procurement strategy, mentor Operational Procurement Specialists and represent Norwegian at relevant industry events.
We believe you will thrive in this role if you:
- Have a minimum of five years of relevant procurement experience, preferably involving complex, high-value categories.
- Bring proven knowledge and experience of jet fuel and SAF markets, including regulatory requirements, pricing mechanisms and fuel supply chains.
- Have strong negotiation skills, commercial acumen and demonstrated experience managing complex, high-value commercial negotiations.
- Have a higher education qualification and strong numerical and analytical capabilities.
- Possess a strategic mindset, with the ability to balance long-term priorities with the demands of a fast-paced operational environment.
- Can build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at different levels and confidently influence senior decision-makers.
- Are well-organised, able to prioritise competing demands and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
- Enjoy collaborating across teams while also taking ownership and working independently.
- Communicate confidently in written and spoken English and are willing to travel when required.
We can offer:
- A role with real impact: Help shape Norwegian's fuel procurement strategy, strengthen our competitiveness and contribute to a more sustainable aviation industry.
- Strategic influence and professional development: Work with complex commercial agreements, international fuel markets and Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), collaborating with experienced professionals across the organisation.
- Travel in Europe and beyond with massively discounted employee-priced tickets with Norwegian and our partner airlines.
- Good pension schemes.
- Comprehensive medical and travel insurance.
- Flexibility to combine working from our office and from home.
- A competitive salary.
- Possibility to participate in activities run by the Norwegian Sports Club.
- Opportunity to join our share saving plan.
Ready for an exciting journey?
If you are motivated by combining commercial expertise, strategic thinking and a passion for aviation, we would love to hear from you!
Apply through our recruitment system by clicking Apply Now and uploading your CV.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Do you have any questions?
For questions about the position, please contact:
Francine Gayrard VP Strategic Procurement
francine.gayrard@norwegian.com
“We care for each other, our customers and our environment as we navigate the skies together - the Norwegian way”
Location: Spain; Latvia; Norway
Travel required: Some travelling must be expected
Application deadline: 22.11.2026
About Norwegian
The Norwegian group is a leading Nordic aviation company, owning two leading airlines in the Nordics: Norwegian Air Shuttle and Widerøe’s Flyveselskap. Norwegian operates an extensive network connecting the Nordics with major European cities, while Widerøe primarily serves short-runway airports in rural Norway, providing vital regional connectivity.