Venergy Marine Management LTD. is a dynamic, privately-owned shipping company headquartered in Piraeus, Greece. Operating a growing fleet of modern eco tanker vessels, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable, and efficient maritime transportation services worldwide.
As part of our growth strategy, we are looking for a Purchasing Officer who will report directly to the Technical/Purchasing Manager and play an important role in smooth, efficient and compliant procurement and coordination of procurement activities.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the day-to-day procurement activities of the Company and contribute to the efficient supply of goods and services to the fleet.
- Receive and process purchasing requests from vessels and internal departments.
- Obtain and compare supplier quotations, considering price, quality, delivery time and technical requirements.
- Assist in supplier communications, quotation requests, negotiations and purchase order administration.
- Prepare and issue purchase orders in accordance with Company procedures and approval levels.
- Follow up purchase orders through to final delivery and proactively address delays, discrepancies and urgent vessel requirements.
- Coordinate the timely delivery of spares, stores, equipment and services in accordance with operational requirements.
- Liaise with vessels and the Technical Department to clarify specifications and purchasing requirements.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier databases and related documentation.
- Assist in supplier evaluation and performance monitoring and contribute to maintaining the approved supplier database.
- Support invoice reconciliation and assist in resolving discrepancies between quotations, purchase orders, deliveries and invoices.
- Support cost-control initiatives and identify opportunities for purchasing efficiencies and savings.
- Assist in the preparation of procurement reports, statistics and relevant information for management review.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement and digitalization of procurement processes.
- Ensure procurement activities are conducted in accordance with Company procedures, approval authorities and applicable compliance requirements.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Bachelor's degree in Shipping, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in the shipping sector.
- Very good command of written and spoken English.
- Good knowledge of MS Office applications.
- Experience with Danaos and/or maritime procurement systems will be considered an advantage.
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills with attention to detail.
- Commercial awareness and ability to compare and evaluate purchasing alternatives.
- High sense of responsibility and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Collaborative and service-oriented mindset.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Private medical insurance.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Exposure to a dynamic and growing shipping organization.
All applications will be treated as strictly confidential.