Manager, Technical Procurement

At World Kinect, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.Manager, Technical Procurement (Construction & Facilities)Location: Phoenix, AZ (Remote) or within Central/Mountain Time ZonesWorld Fuel is seeking a hands-onManager, Technical Procurement to support the growth of our Cardlock and Retail fuel operations across theUnited States. This is a high-impact role focused onprocurement forconstruction projects and facility management, supporting site expansions, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance across a multi-site network. This is not a traditional corporate procurement role. You will operate in aproject-driven environment, partnering closely with operations and project teams to deliver construction projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.About the RoleIn this role, you will manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for capital construction and facilities projects, including civil works, fueling systems, equipment installation, and site upgrades. You will work directly with project managers and operations leaders to source contractors, manage competitive bids, negotiate contracts, and ensure strong supplier performance throughout project execution.You will join at an exciting time, supporting a growing portfolio of projects across an established Cardlock network and a rapidly expanding Retail footprint.Key ResponsibilitiesConstruction Procurement & SourcingLead sourcing and competitive bid processes for construction and facilities projects, including paving, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and fuel systemsDevelop scopes of work, manage RFPs, and evaluate contractor proposalsBuild and manage a strong network of contractors across the Southwest regionConduct supplier due diligence across safety, capability, and financial stabilityContracting & Risk ManagementDraft, negotiate, and manage construction contracts and MSAsEnsure proper controls including insurance, bonding, lien waivers, warranties, and change ordersPartner with Legal, HSE, and Finance to ensure compliance and mitigate riskManage contracts throughout the full lifecycleProject Support & DeliveryPartner closely with project managers and operations to support active construction and maintenance projectsAlign procurement activities with project timelines and budgetsResolve vendor issues, delays, and scope changes to keep projects on trackFacilities Maintenance ProcurementSupport sourcing and contracting for ongoing repair and maintenance programs across multiple sitesEstablish performance expectations and service levels for contractorsSupplier & Financial ManagementMonitor supplier performance across safety, quality, cost, and responsivenessSupport budgeting, cost control, and spend trackingEnsure procurement compliance and contract adherenceWhat We’re Looking ForRequiredProven experience in construction, facilities, or capital project procurementExperience sourcing and managing contractors and vendors for site-based projectsStrong experience negotiating construction contracts and agreementsAbility to operate in a hands-on, project-driven environmentStrong stakeholder management skills across operations, project management, and financePreferredExperience in oil & gas, fuel, retail, or multi-site operationsExposure to gas station, convenience retail, or industrial site environmentsWhy Join World FuelWork on visible, high-impact construction and expansion projectsBe part of a growing business with significant investment in retail and infrastructureOpportunity to shape contractor strategy and supplier networksJoin a collaborative, cross-functional team environment#WFSWorld Kinect is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.World Fuel Services, Inc.Originally posted on Himalayas

At World Kinect, our employees are the key to our global success. We are industry leaders due to the innumerable talents of our approximately 5000 strong professional team. Our people thrive in an entrepreneurial and culturally-diverse environment, where innovative thinking, collaboration and efficient execution are highly valued. Our high-performance culture is what allows us to drive sustained growth. Stronger together, we promote an environment where individuals can thrive.Manager, Technical Procurement (Construction & Facilities)Location: Phoenix, AZ (Remote) or within Central/Mountain Time ZonesWorld Fuel is seeking a hands-onManager, Technical Procurement to support the growth of our Cardlock and Retail fuel operations across theUnited States. This is a high-impact role focused onprocurement forconstruction projects and facility management, supporting site expansions, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance across a multi-site network. This is not a traditional corporate procurement role. You will operate in aproject-driven environment, partnering closely with operations and project teams to deliver construction projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.About the RoleIn this role, you will manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for capital construction and facilities projects, including civil works, fueling systems, equipment installation, and site upgrades. You will work directly with project managers and operations leaders to source contractors, manage competitive bids, negotiate contracts, and ensure strong supplier performance throughout project execution.You will join at an exciting time, supporting a growing portfolio of projects across an established Cardlock network and a rapidly expanding Retail footprint.Key ResponsibilitiesConstruction Procurement & SourcingLead sourcing and competitive bid processes for construction and facilities projects, including paving, electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and fuel systemsDevelop scopes of work, manage RFPs, and evaluate contractor proposalsBuild and manage a strong network of contractors across the Southwest regionConduct supplier due diligence across safety, capability, and financial stabilityContracting & Risk ManagementDraft, negotiate, and manage construction contracts and MSAsEnsure proper controls including insurance, bonding, lien waivers, warranties, and change ordersPartner with Legal, HSE, and Finance to ensure compliance and mitigate riskManage contracts throughout the full lifecycleProject Support & DeliveryPartner closely with project managers and operations to support active construction and maintenance projectsAlign procurement activities with project timelines and budgetsResolve vendor issues, delays, and scope changes to keep projects on trackFacilities Maintenance ProcurementSupport sourcing and contracting for ongoing repair and maintenance programs across multiple sitesEstablish performance expectations and service levels for contractorsSupplier & Financial ManagementMonitor supplier performance across safety, quality, cost, and responsivenessSupport budgeting, cost control, and spend trackingEnsure procurement compliance and contract adherenceWhat We’re Looking ForRequiredProven experience in construction, facilities, or capital project procurementExperience sourcing and managing contractors and vendors for site-based projectsStrong experience negotiating construction contracts and agreementsAbility to operate in a hands-on, project-driven environmentStrong stakeholder management skills across operations, project management, and financePreferredExperience in oil & gas, fuel, retail, or multi-site operationsExposure to gas station, convenience retail, or industrial site environmentsWhy Join World FuelWork on visible, high-impact construction and expansion projectsBe part of a growing business with significant investment in retail and infrastructureOpportunity to shape contractor strategy and supplier networksJoin a collaborative, cross-functional team environment#WFSWorld Kinect is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.World Fuel Services, Inc.Originally posted on Himalayas