Job Description
The Procurement & Logistics Specialist will support the day-to-day activities of the Procurement team, with a strong focus on supplier communication, order coordination and ensuring materials, parts, equipment and services are delivered in line with business and project requirements.
Working within a marine environment, the role will act as an important point of contact between suppliers and internal teams, ensuring information is communicated effectively, orders are progressed and potential supply or delivery issues are identified and addressed.
Previous marine industry experience is not essential. We are looking for someone with relevant experience in procurement, purchasing, logistics or supply coordination who is keen to develop their knowledge within the marine sector.
Responsibilities
Supplier & Internal Coordination
- Develop and maintain positive day-to-day working relationships with suppliers and logistics providers.
- Act as a key point of contact for suppliers regarding purchase orders, delivery dates, availability and general order queries.
- Communicate regularly with internal teams to understand requirements and purchasing priorities.
- Provide clear and timely updates on order progress, expected delivery dates and potential delays.
- Proactively follow up with suppliers to ensure agreed delivery dates are maintained.
- Identify potential supply or delivery issues and work with suppliers and internal teams to help resolve them.
- Escalate significant issues or delays to the Procurement Manager where appropriate.
- Support supplier performance monitoring, including delivery performance, lead times and service levels.
- Work collaboratively with the wider team to ensure materials and equipment are available when required.
Purchasing & Order Coordination
- Obtain supplier quotations and compare pricing, availability and lead times.
- Raise and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.
- Ensure supplier order acknowledgements are received and checked.
- Monitor outstanding purchase orders and expedite where required.
- Assist with sourcing new suppliers, products and alternative supply options when required.
- Support supplier onboarding and maintenance of accurate supplier records.
- Help resolve pricing, quantity, invoice and delivery discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate purchasing and order information within company systems.
- Coordinate collections and deliveries with suppliers, couriers and freight providers where required.
- Track shipments and ensure relevant internal teams are kept informed.
- Assist with shipping, import/export and customs documentation where required.
- Support continuous improvement of procurement and supplier processes.
Qualifications/Experience
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience within procurement, purchasing, supply chain, logistics or a similar coordination-based role.
- Experience may come from marine, engineering, manufacturing, construction or another relevant industry.
- Marine industry experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
- Confident communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple orders and priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Comfortable using ERP/MRP, purchasing or similar business systems.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel.
- Willingness to learn and develop within a marine procurement environment.
Personal Attributes
- Proactive and organised.
- Confident and professional when dealing with suppliers.
- Strong communicator and team player.
- Comfortable following up and chasing outstanding actions.
- Able to manage their own day-to-day workload.
- Detail-focused with a practical approach to problem solving.
- Keen to learn and develop.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with existing procurement, purchasing or logistics experience to develop their skills within the marine industry and become an integral part of a busy procurement team.
Company Benefits:
- Pension Scheme*
- Life Assurance*
- Birthday Leave*
- Electric Car Scheme*
- Buy an extra 5 days Holiday*
*Company Terms and Conditions Apply
Procurement & Logistics Support Officer employer: Griffon Marine
As a Skirt Fitter at our company, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality products while enjoying a supportive work culture that values safety and continuous improvement. We offer competitive benefits including a pension scheme, life assurance, and unique perks like birthday leave and an electric car scheme, all within a collaborative environment that fosters personal and professional growth. Located in a vibrant area, our company is committed to not only meeting customer needs but also enhancing employee satisfaction and development.
