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Purchase Manager – Marine Procurement & Supply Chain

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  •    Mumbai
  •    Experience : 6 years
  •    Job ID : SHM/26/292
  •   Salary : As per market standards

Openings : 1

Job Description


We are seeking an experienced Purchase Manager to lead the procurement and supply chain function for vessels. The role involves sourcing marine spares, stores, consumables, equipment, and services while ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, regulatory compliance, and uninterrupted vessel operations.

The position will manage end-to-end marine procurement, supplier relationships, cost optimization, global delivery coordination, procurement documentation, and ERP-based reporting. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of marine purchasing, port logistics, vendor management, and vessel operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage procurement of marine spares, stores, lubricants, safety equipment, and technical supplies.
  • Coordinate with vessel teams, Chief Engineers, Captains, Technical Superintendents, and Fleet Managers.
  • Review requisitions and quotations, evaluate suppliers, and issue purchase orders.
  • Develop supplier networks, evaluate vendor performance, and negotiate commercial agreements.
  • Drive cost savings through strategic sourcing, benchmarking, consolidation, and spend analysis.
  • Coordinate worldwide delivery, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and urgent shipments.
  • Ensure compliance with class, IMO, SOLAS, Approved Makers List, and company procurement procedures.
  • Maintain ERP records and prepare reports on spending, savings, supplier performance, budgets, and procurement KPIs.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • MBA in Supply Chain Management or a related discipline is preferred.
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in marine or shipping procurement.
  • Experience managing procurement for multiple vessels, including bulk carriers, tankers, container ships, or offshore vessels.
  • Strong knowledge of marine spare parts, deck and engine stores, safety equipment, and technical supplies.
  • Experience in dry-docking procurement and global supplier management.
  • Knowledge of SOLAS, class requirements, Approved Makers Lists, Incoterms, customs, and freight logistics.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and marine procurement ERP systems such as Danaos or MariApps.
  • Excellent negotiation, supplier-management, analytical, communication, and crisis-handling skills.

About the Role

This is a key procurement leadership opportunity for a marine purchasing professional who can ensure reliable vessel supply, strengthen supplier partnerships, control procurement costs, and support safe and efficient fleet operations.





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