Buyer

Our client is a respected maritime organisation providing comprehensive technical services and solutions to a wide range of vessels. We are currently looking to expand the procurement team with a Buyer to provide vital support to the Technical Department

Buyer

(Based in Hong Kong)

ORGANIZATION :

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own vessel purchasing execution from request to fulfilment balancing urgency/criticality with cost and delivery commitments.
  
• Handle requisitions in the Internal purchasing system ensuring every transaction aligns with internal controls contracts and approved buying routes.
  
• Work with supply chain leads and vendors to align pricing availability and delivery planssupporting consistent cost discipline.
  
• Create clear accurate POs and close the loop with suppliers by securing acknowledgements and resolving documentation gaps early.
  
• Actively manage order progress (expediting where required) so deliveries land as planned and operational disruption is minimized.
  
• Be the daily point of contact for vessels and local stakeholders (agents and chandlers) responding quickly to queries and fixing supply issues on the ground.
  
• Track and share supplier and ship chandler service levels with Captains and Superintendents to strengthen budget control and vendor performance.
  
• Verify invoices against orders and deliveries and support timely payment processing with clean accurate documentation.
  
• Contribute ideas and improvements that raise service quality speed and consistency across the procurement team.
  

Requirements

• A degree in Business Administration Supply Chain Management engineering or a related field (or relevant practical experience)
  
• 3 years plus experience in a procurement or purchasing role in the maritime/shipping industry
  
• Strong understanding of supply chain procurement processes merchant vessel operations
  
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel Word PowerPoint)
  
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail particularly in managing multiple tasks and deadlines
  
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to liaise with vendors vessels and internal teams
  
• Multitasking ability and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  
• Willingness to learn and support team members in resolving operational issues
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
• A dynamic fast-paced and supportive work environment
  
• Join an international and leading MNC in the industry.
  

If youre a motivated and strategic sales professional ready for a fresh challenge we invite you to apply with your CV. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Comaea Consulting