Purchaser

Company Brief

House of Shipping provides business consultancy and advisory services for Shipping & Logistics companies. House of Shipping&aposs commitment to their customers begins with developing an understanding of their business fundamentals. We&aposre excited to partner with one of our fastest-growing clients to help them find top talent!

Currently House of Shipping is looking to identify a high caliber Purchaser.

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Background and experience:

• 24 years of purchasing or logistics experience, preferably in marine, technical procurement, or supply chain roles.
• Familiarity with shipboard systems and parts, including deck, engine, electrical, safety, and consumables.
• Knowledge of sourcing from global suppliers, preferably with exposure to marine logistics and import/export processes.
• Experience with ERP-based procurement platforms.
• Strong documentation and coordination capabilities.
• Good communication skills as well as the ability to work within a team.

Job purpose:

Purchaser

Main tasks and responsibilities:

Procurement Execution

• Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders accurately and promptly.
• Maintain and update the computerized purchasing system to reflect the most current status of orders.
• Ensure proper vendor selection based on cost, lead time, quality, and contract terms.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain the Technical Department&aposs purchasing filing system, both electronic and physical.
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to the Technical Department Manual and Management System.
• Contribute to the continual improvement and standardization of procurement procedures.

Communication and Coordination

• Immediately escalate any procurement-related issues, such as delays or price discrepancies, to the relevant Technical Superintendent.
• Liaise with vendors and forwarders to track and expedite deliveries.
• Coordinate with finance for invoice verifications and payment issues.

Inventory and Order Management

• Monitor delivery timelines and ensure that deliveries are matched to vessel schedules.
• Follow up on backorders and ensure closures are recorded in the system.
• Maintain vendor performance data for future evaluation.

Continuous Improvement

• Provide feedback to improve procurement cycle time, cost effectiveness, and supplier quality.
• Participate in internal audits and implement corrective actions related to procurement gaps.

Education requirements:

Bachelor&aposs degree in Logistics, Business, Supply Chain, or Marine Engineering