Buyer (Marine) in Sunderland

Driven by the expansion of our global fleet operations, we are excited to introduce a new opportunity for a Buyer. The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role within the marine industry, with a strong commercial awareness of fleet operations and the ability to balance cost, quality, and operational requirements.

In this role, you will provide the Fleet Operations Team with high-quality procurement support at both tactical and operational levels, driving cost efficiencies while maintaining required standards of quality and delivery timelines. You will play a key role in the continuous improvement and effective implementation of procurement processes and procedures, supported by strong technical capability and a proactive approach to supplier management. A CIPS Level 3 qualification (or working towards) would be advantageous.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide day-to-day procurement support for the Fleet Operations Team and assigned vessels.
• Ensure excellence in core procurement activities, including maintaining accurate Purchase Orders (POs) and revisions.
• Prepare, coordinate, issue, and review Requests for Information (RFIs), Proposals (RFPs), Quotations (RFQs), and Invitations to Tender (ITTs).
• Ensure compliance with fleet/marine-specific regulations, company QHSE standards, and procurement processes.
• Maintain departmental databases, reports, and procurement documentation to a high standard.
• Promote and educate stakeholders on procurement best practices.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop category, commodity, and supplier knowledge and contribute to the department’s knowledge base.
• Coordinate Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), General Confidentiality Agreements (GCAs), and supplier onboarding.
• Maintain accurate supplier and contract records.
• Develop reporting and analysis tools to support effective evaluation of supplier proposals and quotations.
• Coordinate departmental reporting requirements, including KPIs, monthly reports, supplier scorecards, and audits.
• Work towards achieving or exceeding business, departmental, and individual goals and KPIs.
• Support the development and refinement of procurement policies, processes, and procedures.
• Perform any other relevant tasks and duties as required.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience in Fleet Operations or the marine support industry in a procurement role.
• Ability to prioritise a dynamic workload and work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Collaborative mindset with a "team first" approach.
• Current experience in internationally trading shipping company in Fleet purchase with minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Commercial awareness and strong negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to analyse, interpret, and present data effectively.
• Good working knowledge of contractual terms and conditions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., IFS, Sage).
• Ability to travel as required.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Ideal:

• Experience of foreign trading vessels.
• Experience in Marine Industry.
• Familiarity with Marine Planned Maintenance Systems (e.g., AMOS, MARSOFT).
• Experience in international procurement.

Location: Global Marine Systems Limited, Washington Office, 2 Turbine Way, Sunderland SR5 3NZ. Minimum of 3 days per week working in the office, 2 days per week working from home.

Employee Benefits:

• Group Pension with access to Independent Financial Advisor.
• Life Cover – inclusive with Group Pension Plan.
• Private Medical Insurance and Medicash Plan.
• Dental Scheme – at a subsidised cost.
• Fitness Club Subsidy.
• X2 Professional Subscriptions.
• Cycle Scheme – As per the green initiative, approved by the Government scheme.
• Eye Sight Test contribution.
• Perkbox - employee discount scheme along with a Wellness Hub.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay.
• Option to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave per year.
• Long Service Awards.
• Reward & Recognition.
• Referral programme.
• Employee Assistance programme.
• Free on-site parking - At all sites.

Global Marine Group are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive for everyone. If you require reasonable adjustments for your interview, please reach out during your recruitment process.