Uniteam Marine is an international ship management organization that provides industry-leading services to ship owners and ship managers across a wide range of countries and jurisdictions.
With immediate effect, they are looking for a Procurement Officer to be based at their office in Limassol, Cyprus.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Collects and validates daily requisitions for spare parts, stores, provisions, bonded stores, and services from vessels.
- Identifies and selects reliable suppliers of provisions and catering items, as well as for spare parts, stores, and services.
- Liaises with Masters/Chief Engineers for clarifications and ensures timely and accurate requisition processing.
- Issues RFQs to approved suppliers (with or without fleet agreements); evaluates quotations using procurement systems and prepares case overviews.
- Supports the Technical Superintendent and Technical Director in vendor selection; negotiates best prices and terms.
- Obtains and evaluates quotes for quality, price, and delivery terms.
- Places purchase orders in a timely and cost-effective manner in line with the procurement policy.
- Coordinates delivery logistics to ensure timely and correct shipment of supplies to the vessel, and informs the ship/agent accordingly.
- Handles discrepancies in deliveries and initiates corrective action with vendors, including returns and replacements.
- Maintains organized procurement records, case files, supplier performance data, and invoice reconciliation.
- Manages procurement within allocated budgets.
- Validates and processes supplier invoices for payment authorization.
- Maintains appropriate stock records for shore-based inventory (e.g., provisions, bonded stores, working gear, soap, etc.).
- Handles tenders, special project procurements (e.g., dry dockings, retrofits), and guarantee claims with suppliers/shipyards when assigned.
- Identifies cost-saving opportunities and implements procurement efficiencies.
- Ensures procurement practices comply with internal policies, risk management, and the Uniteam Group Code of Conduct.
- Applies internal control procedures and maintains confidentiality of procurement documentation.
- Utilizes technology and procurement software effectively (e.g., SAP, PMS systems (Danaos)).
- Maintains professional relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, ship personnel, and internal departments.
- Conducts market research to identify high-performing, cost-efficient suppliers.
Job Requirements
- University degree in Maritime Studies, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
- Additional qualifications such as LCCI Higher, CAT, or AAT preferred.
- Minimum 2 years relevant procurement experience (preferably in the maritime industry); seagoing experience considered an asset.
- Excellent command of spoken and written English.
- Strong computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Familiarity with SAP or similar systems and PMS software (Danaos) is an advantage
Benefits
- 13th salary & Birthday bonus
- Provident fund
- Employee discount card scheme
- Attractive remuneration package
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working model
- Corporate events
All CVs will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.
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