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HomeboundPurchasing Agent
Purchasing Agent ensuring efficient procurement processes for residential construction. Managing POs, budgets, and trade relationships in a technology - driven environment.
About the role
- Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with key suppliers and shipyards
- Conduct performance evaluations and support supplier development initiatives
- Assist with onboarding and administration of procurement agreements and amendments
- Support initiatives to reduce risk and improve lead times across the supply base
- Coordinate with Global Marine Operations and Logistics to align procurement execution with operational planning
- Collaborate with Ship Managers to structure technical specifications into standardized sourcing packages
- Facilitate the RFP process by ensuring specifications are clear, comparable, and aligned with shipyard requirements
- Execute sourcing initiatives and procurement processes for assigned dry dock projects
- Support identification of sourcing opportunities to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Track cost savings and manage spend reporting for assigned projects
- Assist in the development of standardized RFP templates and harmonized specifications
- Conduct cost comparisons and price analysis to support contract negotiations led by the Director
- Manage Statements of Work (SOW), supplier agreements, time sheets, and final yard bill reconciliation
- Monitor and escalate procurement-related issues, including purchase order discrepancies or urgent sourcing needs
- Support resolution of warranty claims and delivery issues
- Assess supply chain risks and support mitigation strategies
- Monitor shipyard and supplier performance against defined targets
- Provide updates on sourcing initiatives and contribute to reporting on business and supplier performance
- Support continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools, and systems
- Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on procurement execution priorities
- Support organizational cost-reduction goals while maintaining quality and delivery standards
- Execute purchase requests and contribute to cross-functional initiatives as directed
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management or related field
- 8-10 years of experience: 5+ years of technical shipyards or technical ship management experience involving Dry Dock and 5+ in a procurement leadership role with demonstrated experience managing complex sourcing projects and supplier relationships
- Experience in a cruise line or maritime shipping environment related to technical and purchasing is preferred
- Experience managing procurement processes in high-pressure, time-sensitive environment
- Proficient in the use of analytical tools to evaluate cost profiles and cost reduction opportunities
- Strong understanding of strategic sourcing methods, technologies, and processes
- Ability to manage financial aspects of the procurement function and identify cost efficiencies
- Knowledge of customer service principles and processes, including needs assessment and quality service standards
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to present information clearly to management and stakeholders
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (advanced), Word, Power Point and Projects systems
- Ability to interact with executive-level leadership and business owners of category suppliers
Benefits
- competitive compensation and benefits package
- excellent career development opportunities
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