Senior Marine Procurement Specialist

GN GROUP CORPORATION; Fatih; On-site; TRY 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

GN GROUP CORPORATION is seeking a Senior Marine Procurement Specialist for a full-time, on-site role based in Greater Istanbul. You will manage procurement of marine equipment, services, and supplies, sourcing vendors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery aligned with vessel schedules and budgets.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Operations, Technical, and Finance teams, analyzing market trends, maintaining supplier relationships, and supervising inventory while ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime, Business Administration, Economics or related field.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in shipping or shipowning companies.
• English language proficiency at B1 level or higher.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement processes for vessel and office requirements.
• Communicate with suppliers and negotiate prices, terms, and conditions.
• Prepare, collect, and evaluate quotations.
• Coordinate purchasing activities with Technical and Operations Departments.
• Ensure timely, cost-effective and efficient procurement.
• Follow up on orders and supplier performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Maritime, Business Administration, Economics

Job description

ole Description The Senior Marine Procurement Specialist is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Greater Istanbul, responsible for managing procurement activities related to marine equipment, services, and supplies. This role includes sourcing and evaluating vendors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of materials needed for ship management and marine operations. The specialist will coordinate with operations, technical, and finance teams to align procurement plans with vessel schedules, maintenance needs, and budget requirements. Daily tasks involve analyzing market trends, maintaining supplier relationships, managing inventory levels, and overseeing compliance with company policies and relevant maritime regulations. The role also includes preparing reports, optimizing procurement processes, and contributing to strategic decisions that support safe, efficient, and cost‑effective marine operations.

ole Description The Senior Marine Procurement Specialist is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Greater Istanbul, responsible for managing procurement activities related to marine equipment, services, and supplies. This role includes sourcing and evaluating vendors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of materials needed for ship management and marine operations. The specialist will coordinate with operations, technical, and finance teams to align procurement plans with vessel schedules, maintenance needs, and budget requirements. Daily tasks involve analyzing market trends, maintaining supplier relationships, managing inventory levels, and overseeing compliance with company policies and relevant maritime regulations. The role also includes preparing reports, optimizing procurement processes, and contributing to strategic decisions that support safe, efficient, and cost‑effective marine operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience, preferably in shipping or shipowning companies
• Good command of English (minimum B1 level)
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment
• Flexibility with working hours when required
• For male candidates: no military service obligation

Responsibilities

• Managing procurement processes for vessel and office requirements
• Communicating with suppliers and negotiating prices, terms, and conditions
• Preparing, collecting, and evaluating quotations
• Coordinating purchasing activities with Technical and Operations Departments
• Ensuring timely, cost‑effective, and efficient procurement
• Following up on orders and supplier performance

Working Hours: 09:00–18:00, Monday–Friday