Category Manager – Vessel Chartering

Ably Resources; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Oil and Gas sector is seeking a Category Manager to oversee strategic sourcing for vessel chartering. The role requires a strong procurement background, with a focus on negotiation and managing maritime procurement for global projects. This position involves developing strategies, leading negotiations, and optimizing supply chain performance, perfect for candidates with significant experience in vessel chartering.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of vessel chartering experience.
• Strong background in supply chain and vendor management.
• Expertise in BIMCO agreements and maritime regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop global category strategies for vessel chartering.
• Lead long-term contract negotiations with vessel owners and brokers.
• Optimize costs, quality, and supply chain performance.

Skills

Procurement

Category Management

Negotiation Skills

Job description

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Sector: Oil and Gas/Maritime/Procurement
Experience: 10-15 years in Vessel Chartering

We’re seeking an experienced Category Manager to lead strategic sourcing for vessel chartering across global projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain and vendor management, with expertise in negotiating BIMCO charter agreements and managing maritime procurement.

Key Responsibilities:
Develop global category strategies for vessel chartering.
Lead long-term contract negotiations with vessel owners and brokers.
Optimize costs, quality, and supply chain performance.

Requirements:
10-15 years of vessel chartering experience.
Strong procurement and category management skills.
Experience in BIMCO agreements and maritime regulations.