Technical Services Executive, Procurement

Innergy Consulting Pte.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime consulting firm in Singapore is seeking a Technical Services Executive for procurement tasks. The role includes planning and coordinating vessel readiness, managing purchasing activities, and ensuring compliance with technical standards. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role, with strong technical knowledge and purchasing skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and good communication skills are essential. The position offers competitive remuneration and a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years as a Technical Executive with some purchasing experience in a shipping company.
• Basic IT knowledge including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Email.
• Strong understanding of technical, purchasing, and logistics processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate class/flag requirements for vessel readiness.
• Administer and enforce ISO procedures related to technical processes.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders (PO) for technical requirements.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Purchasing experience

Logistics processes

Communication skills

Basic IT knowledge

Job description

Technical Services Executive, Procurement

About the job Technical Services Executive, Procurement

We are looking for a Technical Executive for one of our international shipowner clients. The incumbent will be responsible for the efficient execution of the technical and purchase key processes to support the company's fleet of vessels. He/she should have at least a year of experience in a similar function with some purchasing experience.

Responsibilities:

TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, coordinate and ensure timely follow-up of class and flag requirements in order that the vessel attains sea worthiness and commercial readiness.
  • Determine class / flag requirements and apply to class / flag administration for surveys, inspections, related issues and special requests.
  • Pre-preparation of draft specification for modification / alternation to vessel for compliance of Class / Statutory requirements.
  • Plan, arrange and coordinate class and flag surveys or exemptions and other related requirements.
  • Update, maintain accuracy and practice good housekeeping of records, plans and drawings.
  • Follow up with Superintendent (Tech) for PMS overdue jobs report if does not reach office by 03rd of every month.
• Support S&P on change of flag and ownership of our vessel in coordination with class / flag.
  • Plan, arrange and coordinate activities and logistics requirements for a smooth flag change and ownership transfer (vessels take over / hand over, new building).
• Support S&P on request for technical information pertaining to our fleet.
• Identify, arrange and follow up on offland items from vessel for repair / service
  • Source, identify and obtain approval of contractor and pricing for repair / service work.
  • Follow up with contractor and vessel till the successful completion of the repair / service work, reports update to Danaos (PMS, offland, Running Hrs Machinery) and payment closure.
• Support Superintendents in dry-docking and related activities:
  • Liaise with vessel and other sources to compile dry dock planning requirements / specifications and budget / costing.
  • Compile and review dry-docking specification quote from yards / contractors, prepare and update file for Superintendents, Fleet Manger and Technical Directors discussion and approval.
  • Monitor, identify and communicate progress and any deviation from dry dock plan.
  • Follow up on documentations (i) upon confirmation of selected yard / contractors and (ii) at the end of dry-docking process including closure of invoices with Superintendents.
• Monitor and ensure all trading certificates are valid, follow up on hot work and daily correspondence with vessel.
• Administer, review and enforce the ISO procedures (Company's manuals) and requirements for technical processes.

PURCHASING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and Issue Purchase order (PO)
  • Ensure approval is obtained and proper closure of the purchasing activities for each technical purchase requirement.
• Plan, coordinate and ensure that all requirements are delivered to vessel on time, at the right cost and specifications.
  • Identify and source for vessels requirements (i.e. general store, spares, provision and bonded
  • stores).
  • Plan, coordinate (with Operations and Fleet Personnel Department) and monitor the delivery of stores / spares to vessels in a timely and cost-effective manner.
  • Solicit vessels feedback on supplies and follow up on payments, non-conformities deliveries
  • (quality, quantity, specifications) with respective suppliers.
  • Monitor spare parts readiness and plan delivery to vessel at the earliest convenient port.
  • Update and maintain accuracy of all office records and documentations.
  • Ensure that all documents are properly filed and maintained for ease of reference and retrieval during audits.
• Maintain and update accurately the following records:
  • Supply Log,
  • Spares/Stores Report Form MY15 by 1st Week every month
  • Gas Bottle inventory
  • Counter party evaluation for Technical Attendance
  • Worklist
  • Vessel Expense Report.
• Ensure that purchasing role and responsibility are carried out in accordance with Company's policy and procedures.
  • Ensure that all vessels comply with Company's policy and procedure for Shipboard Purchase.
  • Ensure proper closure of purchasing activities for each purchase requirement.
• Ensure that suppliers performances meet Company's expectations and contract prices are competitive.
  • Familiarize with different supply types and their specifications to perform price comparison / accurate evaluation and negotiation to ensure right purchases.
  • Review contracts, negotiate prices and year-end rebate.
• Any other duties as and when assigned by Superiors.

Requirements:

• Preferably at least 2 years as a Technical Executive with some purchasing experience in a shipping company.
• Basic IT knowledge, e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Email.
• Good knowledge of technical, purchasing and logistics processes.
• Good communication skills spoken and written English.
• Flair for numbers.

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail]

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