As part of the Operational Ship Management team, you will support procurement and logistics functions to ensure the efficient supply of equipment, spares, and services to vessels worldwide. This includes managing RFQs, purchase orders, supplier relationships, and global logistics in line with UK Public Sector Procurement Legislation and company standards.
The role requires strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with experience in procurement or logistics—ideally within the marine sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Procurement: Prepare and manage RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier quotations. Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules, ensuring compliance with policies and frameworks.
- Logistics: Coordinate freight forwarding, imports/exports, and customs clearance of vessel spares and equipment. Maintain bonded goods records and ensure timely, cost-effective delivery.
- Supplier Management: Build strong supplier relationships, monitor performance against SLAs/KPIs, and resolve delivery or pricing issues.
- Data & Reporting: Maintain accurate procurement and logistics records across business systems, producing reports to support operational decision-making.
- Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities meet legislative, contractual, and audit requirements, with accurate documentation and flow-down obligations to the supply chain.
Skills & Experience
- Proven background in procurement and/or logistics (marine/shipping industry preferred).
- Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise under pressure.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, with a customer-focused mindset.
- IT proficiency (Microsoft Office; procurement/logistics software such as SAGE desirable).
- Safety-conscious, team-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.
Desirable
- Experience with international freight, ship spares in transit, and bonded goods.
- Understanding of supply chain cost, quality, and delivery performance.
- Knowledge of UK Public Sector Procurement Legislation and customs regulations.
Pay: £29,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
