Assistant Manager Procurement & Operations

Job Description

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Manage the purchase and procurement function for the catering division
Source, negotiate, and coordinate with suppliers/vendors
Ensure timely procurement of quality provisions and materials
Monitor monthly stock levels and analyse the monthly inventory/consumption reported by ship
Coordinate with operations and catering teams for requirement planning
Maintain proper documentation, purchase records, and reports
Ensure cost control and quality standards while processing every order
Handle vendor performance evaluation and compliance

Preferred candidate profile

Strong knowledge and experience in the purchase dept in shipping industry preferably experience with purchase in the Marine catering & victualling.
Hands-on experience in purchase and procurement management
Good negotiation and vendor management skills
Comfortable working extensively on computers and cloud-based systems
Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, Outlook and digital documentation
Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities efficiently
Suitable for mid-level professionals (approximately 510 years of relevant experience) in catering procurement or a similar role
Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in the Procurement Department within the shipping or maritime industry.