Company Overview
Inchcape Shipping Services connects global trade through a network of 250+ offices and 3,000+ professionals, delivering port services safely and transparently across oil, cruise, container, bulk commodity sectors, and government organizations worldwide.
Job Summary
Support procurement and sourcing activities for the Asia Pacific offshore sector, executing purchasing operations, ensuring timely deliveries, maintaining vendor compliance, and contributing to cost-saving and risk management initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Source and manage end-to-end procurement of provisions, consumables, spares, equipment, and repair services to support offshore operations in the Asia Pacific region and beyond
- Collaborate with Offshore, Logistics, Head of Procurement Services, and APAC teams to implement regional Procurement Services strategy
- Evaluate multiple commercial quotes and bids to ensure cost-effective purchasing decisions
- Negotiate competitive vendor rates, payment terms, and delivery schedules to meet project timelines
- Issue purchase orders and coordinate delivery logistics to align with project requirements
- Manage supplier risk assessments and mitigate procurement supply chain risks
- Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and continuous process improvements in procurement activities
- Maintain and update approved vendor records, ensuring procurement through vetted and compliant vendors
- Assist in invoice verification, goods receipt processing, and related administrative duties
- Support audits by ensuring procurement traceability and maintaining accurate documentation
- Prepare procurement reports and analyses for management review
- Achieve assigned objectives and KPIs while delivering high service levels to internal stakeholders and customers
- Ensure procurement compliance across the organization and global supply chain
- Manage supply chain risks by logging and resolving vendor issues and service failures
- Liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate procurement activities
- Educate vendors on Inchcape's business requirements, policies, and terms and conditions
- Provide stakeholders with vendor pricing information for global and local commercial tenders
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Procurement Officer or Regional CEO
Required competencies and certifications
- Demonstrated negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills applied to procurement activities
- Vendor audit capabilities and knowledge of QHSSE standards
- Experience in offshore, dry docking, or marine procurement environments
- Ability to multitask and prioritize competing demands effectively
- Understanding of logistics incoterms and port agency coordination
- Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken
- Proactive self-starter with an innovative mindset
- Commitment to strong ethical values and compliance standards
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Eligibility to work in the relevant office location
- High personal standards, teamwork, empathy, diplomacy, moral courage, and stress management
Preferred competencies and qualifications
- Analytical and problem-solving skills demonstrated in procurement or related functions
- Ability to work independently under minimal supervision to meet tight deadlines
- Team player mindset
- MCIPS (or equivalent) qualification
- Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Marine Offshore, or related discipline
Other Information
Benefits
- Holiday entitlement
- Competitive salary
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Values Award celebration events
Recruitment Details Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory references and possession of valid Right to Work documentation depending on geographical location.
Inchcape is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
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