Senior Operations Manager, Fuel

About Us

Inlet Petroleum Company was founded in 1986, originally as a Chevron distributor. Today, it is the only Chevron 1st Source Elite marketer in the state. In 2005, Inlet Petroleum became part of the Saltchuk family of companies, and Inlet’s operations became a part of Delta Western, infusing the customer service culture with equal emphasis on safety. In 2018, NorthStar Energy recognized the enduring power of the Inlet brand which customers associated with exceptional service and thought leadership. After a refresh, Inlet Petroleum Company became Inlet Energy. With over 40 employees housed in a newly constructed building on Ship Avenue in Anchorage, Inlet Energy is equipped with over 40,000 square feet of warehouse storage, a state-of-the-art 100,000-gallon bulk tank farm, and its own fleet of bulk fuel and lubricant trucks. 

Inlet Energy provides exceptional customer service to retail, commercial, and government customers in Alaska. Inlet’s team of professionals has the most Certified Lubrication Specialists (CLS), Oil Monitoring Analysts (OMA-1), and Machine Lubricant Analysts (MLA) in the state. Inlet Energy is based out of Anchorage with operations in Kenai, Fairbanks, and Prudhoe Bay. The inlet is also a major fuel distributor for the road system from the Kenai Peninsula to Fairbanks. 

Job Summary:

The Senior Operations Manager, Fuel is responsible for the leadership, performance, and cultural alignment of fuel delivery operations across Alaska’s road system, including Anchorage/Southcentral and the Interior (Fairbanks). This role ensures safe, efficient, and reliable operations while embedding our company values — Do the Right Thing, Take Care of Each Other, Challenge the Status Quo, and Deliver Excellence — into every aspect of team leadership and decision-making.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily fuel delivery operations across multiple terminals and fleets.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, environmental, and safety regulations.
• Provide backup coverage for site managers as needed.
• Monitor and improve fleet utilization, routing, and delivery performance.
• Lead and mentor site managers and delivery teams to achieve operational goals.

Strategic Execution

• Collaborate with business development and logistics teams to support new customer onboarding and service expansion.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance scalability and reliability.
• Contribute to long-term planning for fleet investments, staffing, and infrastructure.

Financial & Resource Management

• Partner with site managers and finance to manage P&L and meet financial targets.
• Support the development and management of operating and capital budgets.
• Ensure cost-effective operations without compromising safety or service.

Cultural Stewardship

• Model and reinforce company values in all leadership actions.
• Build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and coach team members to grow professionally and align with company expectations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with warehouse, logistics, and customer service teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Partner with the Buyer and Logistics Coordinator to align delivery execution with procurement and inventory strategies.
• Work with shared services teams (Safety, HR, Legal, IT, Accounting) on initiatives and compliance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Values in Action

• Do the Right Thing: Lead with integrity and prioritize long-term success over short-term gains.
• Take Care of Each Other: Foster a respectful, inclusive, and supportive work environment.
• Challenge the Status Quo: Encourage innovation and continuous improvement in operations.
• Deliver Excellence: Set high standards and ensure consistent, reliable service delivery.

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven ability to lead geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations, HAZMAT handling, and fleet safety practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• TWIC, Hazmat and Hazwoper can be acquired after hire as needed
• Exempt Position

Benefits:

• Tuition Assistance
• 9 Holidays
• Discretionary Annual Merit Program
• Charitable Match
• Life Insurance – 2x your annual earnings
• Free Credit Report Monitoring
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Options
• Medical, dental, and visions plans
• Employee assistance program
• 401K 4% Match 3% employer discretionary
• Tapcheck: On-Demand Access to Earned Wages

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

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