Source and procure goods required for ship chandling, ensuring timely delivery and best pricing.
Manage relationships with existing vendors, ensuring product quality and service level agreements are met.
Actively search for and establish relationships with new vendors who can provide high-quality products at competitive prices.
Evaluate supplier offers, negotiate contracts, and ensure that procurement activities comply with company standards.
Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the operations team to ensure stock availability as per vessel requirements.
Keep track of market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and maintain updated records of purchases, pricing, and other procurement activities.
Ensure adherence to all relevant shipping, legal, and environmental regulations.
Requirements:
Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in the maritime or ship chandling industry.
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
Ability to source new vendors and build long-term, beneficial relationships.
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills for effective interaction with vendors, internal teams, and other stakeholders.
Knowledge of market trends and the ability to analyze product costs.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and other relevant software.