DRIVING CONNECTIVITY
Chart your Course with PIL
With over 55 years of leadership in the global shipping industry, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is looking for proactive individuals to drive innovation and sustainable shipping solutions. If you're fueled by pioneering ideas, enjoy challenging the status quo, and are determined to make a significant impact, PIL wants you as a part of our dynamic community of maritime professionals.
At PIL, we provide local experiences with a global reach. With our headquarters in Singapore, and services offered at over 500 locations in 90 countries, you will have ample opportunities to work with colleagues from different cultures and communities.
Get On Board for a Dynamic and Purposeful Career.
This role is part of the landside Procurement team under Logistics division. You will be responsible for global landside procurement spend in categories of depot, equipment management and repair, and intermodal services (trucking, rail) to achieve sustainable improvement based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principle. You will also be supporting group procurement transversal initiatives such as policy, system, tools, training, cost improvement campaign and other related functions.
Key Responsibilities
- Formulate and align overall category strategy from both geographical and supplier perspective
- Accountable for overall annual landside procurement plan for respective categories
- Drive and lead regional offices and agencies on country specific action procurement plans
- Improve cost efficiency in container yards and inland transport spend category
- Review and improve procurement best practices in supplier negotiations
- Act as a point of escalation relating to dispute and issue resolution
- Drive financial and commercial analysis and reporting requirements against the projects as required
- Review and identify areas for improvement of inland contracts post sourcing in order to maximize contractual values and mitigate risks for next negotiation
- Landside procurement system and process ambassador
Must Have
- Bachelor's degree in Management or equivalent
- Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in operations, procurement or supply chain management
- Well verse in procurement best practices
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
- Experience with depot and intermodal processes
- Data driven with good analytical skills
- Familiarity with the container shipping industry is a plus
Why Join Us
- Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Application Process
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience to PIL Career Website .
About Us
Incorporated in 1967, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is ranked 12th among the world's top container shipping lines and is also the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, PIL is a global carrier with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania, and the Pacific Islands.
Together with its affiliated companies Mariana Express Lines (MELL) and Malaysia Shipping Corporation, PIL serves customers at over 500 locations in more than 90 countries worldwide with a fleet of 100 container and multi-purpose vessels.
Apart from the core liner shipping business, PIL also has several other business units such as container manufacturing, depot, and logistics services.
PIL strives to meet the needs of its customers by providing value-adding services such as intermodal, breakbulk, and reefer services delivered on innovative technological platforms. With its focus on Driving Connectivity and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050, PIL aims to be an efficient, sustainable, and future-ready shipping line.
For more information, visit www.pilship.com
Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
