Purchasing Officer
Uniteam Recruitment Services Ltd
Location
Limassol
Type
full-time
Experience
Senior (5+ yrs)
Salary (Gross)
Salary upon interview
Apply within
13 days
Category
Procurement & Supply Chain
About the Role
On behalf of our client, a ship management company, we are seeking a Purchasing Officer to be based in Limassol. The role involves procuring marine stores, spare parts, lubricants, and technical services for assigned vessels. Key responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, obtaining competitive quotations, negotiating terms, and issuing purchase orders. The officer will also monitor and expedite orders, coordinate logistics with various parties, and maintain close communication with vessel and office personnel. This position requires liaising with technical, operations, and accounts departments, following up on order discrepancies, and maintaining accurate procurement records to support cost-control initiatives and ensure compliance with company policies.
Responsibilities
- Procures marine stores, spare parts, lubricants, consumables, and technical services for assigned vessels.
- Reviews vessel requisitions and obtains competitive quotations from approved suppliers worldwide.
- Negotiates prices, delivery schedules, and commercial terms to achieve cost-effective purchasing solutions.
- Prepares and issues Purchase Orders in accordance with company procedures and budget requirements.
- Monitors and expedites orders to ensure timely delivery to vessels and offices.
- Coordinates logistics and delivery arrangements with suppliers, agents, freight forwarders, and vessels.
- Maintains close communication with Masters, Chief Engineers, Superintendents, and Operations personnel.
- Liaises effectively with Technical, Operations, Accounts, and Crewing Departments.
- Follows up on outstanding orders, delivery delays, shortages, and invoice discrepancies.
- Maintains accurate procurement records and updates purchasing systems and databases.
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Shipping, Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in maritime purchasing, preferably within a ship management company.
- Previous experience with tanker, LPG, bulk carrier, container, or passenger vessel fleets is an advantage.
- Familiarity with marine procurement software and ERP systems.
- Sound knowledge of marine procurement processes, vessel spare parts, stores, lubricants, and technical supplies.
- Experience dealing with international suppliers, ship chandlers, service providers, and logistics companies.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage procurement activities for multiple vessels simultaneously.
- Excellent command of the English language, both written and spoken.
Benefits
- ✓Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.
- ✓Opportunity to work within a reputable and growing ship management company.
- ✓Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- ✓Dynamic and collaborative working environment in modern offices in Limassol.
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