Marine Purchaser

Role overview You will handle all procurement for our VLCC: spares, stores, provisions, lubricants and services. The goal is to get the right item to the right port on time, at a competitive price, within the vessel's budget. Key responsibilities Process requisitions from the vessel for spares, stores, chemicals, paints, lubes, charts and publications Source and compare quotations from makers and suppliers, using IMPA / ISSA codes and platforms such as ShipServ Raise purchase orders and follow up on order confirmation, lead times and delivery Arrange logistics to the vessel: forwarders, customs clearance, ships' agents and supply launches at ports worldwide Coordinate urgent and critical spares with the Technical Superintendent to avoid off-hire Build and maintain an approved vendor list, negotiate prices and set up framework agreements Manage lube oil supply contracts and track consumption against plan Track spend against the vessel's purchasing budget and flag overruns early Match invoices to POs and delivery notes, resolve discrepancies and pass them to accounts for payment Keep accurate records in the PMS / procurement system and maintain the spares inventory with the vessel Screen suppliers and deliveries for sanctions compliance in line with company policy Help set up the company's procurement procedures and templates Requirements Minimum 3 years' experience as a Purchaser in a ship management or ship supply company, tanker experience preferred Good knowledge of marine spares, stores, IMPA codes and ship supply logistics Experience with a procurement / ERP system (e.g. ShipNet, Danaos, AMOS, BASS, ShipServ or similar) Strong Excel skills and ability to manage multiple urgent orders at once Good negotiation and communication skills in English Organised, accurate and comfortable working to tight deadlines across time zones Desirable Seagoing background or a marine / mechanical / supply chain qualification Existing supplier network in the UAE, Fujairah, Singapore and major tanker ports