Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and mentor the procurement team, ensuring clear accountability, training, and performance improvement.
• Develop and implement standardized global procurement processes to enhance efficiency and transparency.
• Establish supplier evaluation and performance monitoring systems.
• Work closely with Technical, Fleet, and Accounts teams to ensure seamless procurement and payment cycles.

Procurement Management

• Oversee procurement for vessels — spares, stores, provisions, lubricants, repairs, and services.
• Negotiate contracts and long-term agreements with vendors globally to achieve cost efficiency and quality assurance.
• Monitor and control purchase budgets, ensuring cost optimization without compromising on quality or delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with vessel superintendents and Masters for onboard needs and emergency procurements.

Technology & Systems

• Drive automation and digitalization of procurement processes through ERP and e-procurement platforms (Mariapps)
• Ensure data accuracy, timely updates, and reporting through ERP systems.
• Explore technology-driven procurement models to improve vendor transparency and real-time tracking.

Vendor & Contract Management

• Build and maintain a robust vendor base across regions — Europe, Middle East, India, and the Far East.
• Oversee annual vendor evaluations and develop vendor performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and international maritime procurement practices.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and present periodic procurement dashboards and savings reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, ISM, and company procurement policies.
• Coordinate internal and external audits related to procurement.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marine engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in procurement within ship management or ship owning companies.
• Proven experience handling international vendors and cross-border supply chains.
• Strong understanding of technical ship management, including machinery, deck, and engine consumables.
• Exposure to ERP procurement systems (Mariapps, ShipNet, Danaos, or similar) is essential.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strategic thinker with an analytical mindset and high integrity.