Department: Sales
Employment Type: Student
Requisition ID: 2150
Date Posted: November 3, 2026
Closing Date: November 17, 2026 or until filled
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Fuel Supply & Distribution, the Fuel Distribution Co-op Student will coordinate the effective and efficient distribution in supplying UFA agency sites and customers with fuel to meet demands. In addition, they will assist in providing analytical analysis and recommend business process improvements to support the team in its Operational Excellence aspirations.
This co-op student opportunity is intended for students who are currently enrolled in a recognized post-secondary co-operative education program. The position offers either a 4-month or 8-month work term, beginning in January 2027.
Responsibilities:
- Work alongside the Distribution Coordinator on Inventory Optimization, communicate the targets to the carriers and monitor inventory levels for compliance. Provide forecasts and directions to carriers on a timely basis. (Daily and monthly).
- Work with carriers and agents to ensure no fuel outages at any UFA petroleum site. Monitor daily the carrier performance to ensure effective and efficient deliveries to the agent network. Ensure all transportation issues and opportunities are addressed with appropriate solutions. Track carrier liftings on a daily basis and provide information to the supply team with progress on the transportation of 1.5+ billion liters of fuel to 125 UFA petroleum sites and other direct sales customers.
- Maintain close communication with agents and area managers to ensure all agent/carrier issues are identified and resolved. Analyze, identify and recommend opportunities to improve distribution efficiencies and reduce costs, which will contribute to margin improvement.
- Ongoing review of KPI's and opportunities for improvement; while acknowledging successes along the way.
- Perform monthly petroleum budget vs. actual analysis & reports. Develop and maintain key monthly decision tools/reports for the Petroleum division.
- Create and run ad hoc reports as requested/required by members of the Petroleum division.
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Energy Management, Operational Management, General Business or Economics is preferred.
- Professional logistics experience would be considered an asset.
- Outgoing personality that enjoys extensive interactions with counterparties.
- Strong knowledge of complete Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
- Organizational, planning, and communication skills.
- Information gathering and information monitoring skills.
- Problem solving skills.
- Judgment and decision-making ability.
- Self-starter who can show initiative.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Can adapt to a dynamic work environment.
- Professional and personable attitude.
- Ability to deal with confidential information in a professional manner.
You and UFA. Let’s Grow Together.
UFA is one of Canada’s largest and most progressive agricultural co-operatives. We’re a multi-billion-dollar organization that offers the products, services, and support our 127,000+ members need to build, grow and succeed. While our roots will always be in agriculture, we’re proud to support the industries and communities that drive Western Canada’s economy. We need your skills, expertise and ideas to help us keep growing.
- A Business with a Purpose - Join a member-owned co-operative with a mission that matters: improving the well-being of our members, helping them feed the world, and enabling investment in local communities.
- Recognized and Rewarded for Your Performance - At UFA, success is shared. You’ll own your work and be recognized for both individual and organizational results.
- Work-Life Success - We prioritize safety, respect your time, and offer flexible options and comprehensive benefits to support your life inside and outside of work.
- We Help Each Other Grow - Our collaborative culture fosters growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, training, educational support, and diverse career paths.
Diversity Equity, and Belonging
At UFA, we care about our employees and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. If you require accommodation during the application or selection process, please contact careers@ufa.com.
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