Deputy Manager (Ports & Terminal Procurement)

Job Responsibilities

- Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with third-party feeder vendors to ensure reliable supply and quality service.

- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure the best terms and conditions, focusing on cost reduction and service improvement.

- Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize the pipelines and reduce costs.

- Driving Efficiency: Identify areas of improvement and convert them into cost savings.

- System Enhancements: Drive system enhancements to upscale invoicing controls and improve visibility of cost to revenue.

- Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.

- Data Analysis: Analyze procurement data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and cost-saving initiatives.

- Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders, including operations, trade, finance, and logistics teams, to align procurement activities with business objectives.

- System Enhancements: Work with internal stakeholders to system enhancements

- Budget and Cost Control : Oversee budget management and cost control measures.

Job Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in a maritime, business, supply chain

- At least 4-5 years of experience in feeder procurement-related roles.

- Strong negotiation abilities to secure favorable terms.

- Ability to analyze market trends and problem solving abilities

- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

- Proficiency in excel and powerpoint