Senior Purchasing Executive (Marine & Offshore)

Direct Search Global; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Direct Search Global is seeking a Senior Purchasing Executive for the Marine Industry in Singapore. You will manage procurement for vessels, ship management operations and shore-based needs, sourcing marine equipment, spare parts and consumables while ensuring competitive pricing, quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires collaboration with technical superintendents, fleet managers, engineers and operations teams to meet procurement requirements and optimize supplier performance across

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in SCM, procurement, business or maritime studies.
• Minimum 2 years purchasing experience in Marine/Shipping industry.
• Knowledge of marine spare parts.
• Experience with shipowners, ship managers and international vendors.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing for marine vessels and shore operations.
• Source and procure marine spare parts, equipment and consumables.
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing and issue purchase orders.
• Coordinate with Technical Superintendents, Fleet Managers and engineers to fulfil procurement needs.
• Build relationships with marine suppliers, ship chandlers and service providers.
• Monitor POs from placement to delivery and ensure timely arrivals.
• Coordinate urgent procurement, including breakdowns and dry-docking.
• Review supplier performance on price, quality and delivery.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

Diploma/Degree in SCM or related (Maritime/Procurement)

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Senior Purchasing Executive - Marine Industry

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Executive with a strong background in the Marine/Shipping industry to manage procurement activities for vessels, ship management operations and shore-based requirements. The role will be responsible for sourcing marine equipment, spare parts, services and supplies while ensuring competitive pricing, quality and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing activities for marine vessels, ship management and shore-based operations.
• Source and procure marine spare parts, machinery components, equipment, consumables, deck stores, safety equipment and general vessel supplies.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, and issue purchase orders.
• Work closely with Technical Superintendents, Fleet Managers, Chief Engineers, vessel crews and Operations teams to understand and fulfil procurement requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with marine suppliers, ship chandlers, manufacturers and service providers locally and internationally.
• Identify reliable suppliers and alternative sources to improve pricing, product availability and procurement efficiency.
• Monitor purchase orders from order placement through to delivery, ensuring materials and spare parts arrive within required timelines.
• Coordinate urgent procurement requirements, including breakdown, dry‑docking and vessel repair requirements.
• Review supplier performance based on pricing, quality, delivery reliability and service levels.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier databases, quotations, purchase orders and procurement documentation.
• Ensure all purchases comply with company procurement procedures, budgets and approval requirements.
• Support procurement cost‑control initiatives and identify opportunities to reduce overall vessel operating costs.
• Coordinate with Finance and Accounts teams to resolve invoice, payment and supplier‑related issues.
• Assist in developing annual purchasing budgets and provide procurement reports and cost analysis to management.
• Stay updated on marine equipment, spare parts availability, market pricing and developments within the maritime supply chain.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Maritime Studies or a related discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing/procurement experience, preferably within the Marine, Shipping, Ship Management or Offshore industry.
• Strong knowledge of marine spare parts
• Experience dealing with shipowners, ship managers, shipyards, marine suppliers and international vendors.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills with a proven ability to achieve competitive pricing.
• Experience handling urgent vessel requirements, dry‑docking procurement and technical purchasing is highly advantageous.
• Good understanding of international shipping, logistics and delivery requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and procurement/ERP systems.
• Able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple vessel requirements simultaneously.