Höegh Evi Services ROHQ Purchasing Trainee

Höegh Evi Ltd.; Makati; On-site; PHP 345,960 - 446,400; Full time

Job summary

Höegh Evi Ltd. in Makati, Philippines seeks a Purchasing Assistant to support the Purchasing, Logistics and Accounts Payable teams on day-to-day procurement, supplier coordination and PO monitoring.

The role offers exposure to global P2P processes and vessel-related transactions. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in any related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any related field is required or preferred.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist Purchasing team with day-to-day activities, supplier coordination, and PO monitoring.
• Support Accounts Payable and invoicing processes, and system updates.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely procurement and vessel-related actions.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in any related field

Job description

Höegh Evi is a pioneer within maritime energy infrastructure, providing fast-track floating LNG terminals enabling national and regional energy security around the world. Our purpose is to accelerate countries to energy security and transition by providing innovative and flexible marine energy infrastructure. The flexibility provided by floating terminal solutions also supports the transition to clean, carbon-free energy.

We are a truly global company, present in Norway, Germany, Lithuania, United Kingdom, the USA, Singapore, Indonesia, Egypt, Colombia, Brazil, Jamaica and the Philippines.

Owned by Larus Holding Limited, a 50/50 joint venture between Leif Höegh & Co. Ltd. and Funds managed by Igneo Infrastructure Partners, we employ approximately 900 employees at sea and onshore.

Job Description

To assist the Purchasing Team in managing day-to-day purchasing activities using assigned procurement and vessel-related platforms, while supporting Purchasers with follow-ups, supplier coordination, purchase order monitoring, invoice-related concerns, accounting coordination, vessel transaction updates, and other ad hoc tasks connected to Purchasing, Logistics, and Accounts Payable support.

Principal Accountabilities

• Communicate with suppliers to request quotations, confirm orders, and follow up on deliveries.
• Coordinate with Accounting, Logistics, Accounts Payable, Vessel Accounting, Purchasers, and the wider P2P Team to understand requirements, timelines, and pending actions.
• Support Purchasers in monitoring purchase orders, vessel transactions, supplier responses, invoice follow-ups, and pending system updates.

Actively participate in training sessions to build procurement knowledge, system familiarity, supplier coordination skills, and understanding of P2P processes.

Maintain timely updates and proper coordination to ensure that open purchasing, accounting, and vessel-related tasks are tracked and followed up with the responsible parties.

Main Tasks

• Supplier Coordination and Purchasing Support.
• Accounts Payable and Accounting Coordination.
• System Updates and Transaction Monitoring.
• Documentation and Invoice Support.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in any related field.

Prior purchasing or accounting experience is an advantage; however, fresh graduates and candidates with no prior work experience are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Demonstrates energy, initiative, and a strong drive for results

Possesses a solution-oriented mindset and approach to problem-solving.

Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Delivers high-quality work efficiently and within agreed timelines.

Adaptable and able to work effectively in diverse environments and with stakeholders across different business cultures globally.

Identifies with Hoegh Evi’s values (and leadership principles when applicable)

This is for a 12 months Fixed-Term Contract