Buyer

Job Summary:

Responsible for procurement and logistics coordination activities.

Responsibilities:

• Send Request For Quotation to vendors, analyse quotes, negotiate best terms and issue Purchase Orders in line with internal procedures.
• Conduct thorough market research to identify and evaluate potential suppliers and products.
• Expedite the vendor registration process.
• Verify the conformity of the products or services received with the concerned parties.
• Coordinate with logistics team for the recollection, delivery and clearances.
• Coordinate external / internal requests to ensure that activities are executed in a safe and timely manner.
• Vendor performance analysis as per internal process.
• Analyze market trends and competitor pricing to inform purchasing decisions.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for shipments to vessels, shore base and offices.
• Communicate with the vendors and logistics team / marine team to ensure the parts or services are coordinated as per the vessel / stakeholder requirements.
• Maintain inventory lists of materials and equipment on Yard.
• Work activity reporting on a weekly basis.
• Track and analyze purchasing data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and operations.
• Manage and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaborative and mutually beneficial partnerships.

HSEQ

• Responsible for complying with all Company Management System guidelines and policies.
• Coordinate with the vendors to ensure they understand and comply with the Company, Client, and Ship Owner safety requirements while delivering goods and services.
• Take part in the Company / Client organized safety campaigns and commit to provide a safer working environment for the team. Actively participates in ensuring a healthy and safe working environment for all and no harm is caused to the environment, company properties and most importantly the people.
• Ensure the workplace is always tidy and free of any objects which could cause harm and accidents to personnel and the environment.
• Committed to ensuring any unsafe actions, conduct, behavior are immediately reported to line management and the HSEQ department and use the STOP card process where applicable.
• Participate and contribute to all HSEQ meetings when required.
• Make suggestions on how HSEQ can be improved in any areas in the organization by sharing ideas with the relevant HSEQ employee within the designated working entity.

Skills and Requirements

• Purchasing related diploma preferred or at least good knowledge of the marine and/or shipping industry
• Problems solving skills, I.T. Knowledge Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Work Setup:

Shift: Dayshift

Setup: Onsite

Location: Cebu City

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