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V.Group

2mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Logistics
  • Chennai

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree with 12 months relevant experience.
  • Good working knowledge in MS Office tools and online apps for work purposes.
  • Good interpersonal skills and effective communicator.
  • Adept in numbers and analytical.
  • Detail and process-oriented, efficient and organized professional.
  • Able to adapt in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Strong minded with robust personality.
  • Excellent Customer Service skills.
  • Crewing operations experience.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains positive performance-driven relationship with key business unit stakeholders, departments and colleagues.
  • Maintains inventory of working gear stock on board such as, but not limited to, Boiler Suits and Safety Shoes on the assigned vessels.
  • Be the point of contact for the selected Supplier(s) to ensure availability of items and smooth and timely delivery to vessel.
  • Develop knowledge in purchasing and logistics activities with close cooperation with the Fleet Purchasing Team ensuring that additional delivery charges are avoided during consolidated shipment.
  • Assists in liaising with Crewing Teams where applicable for organizing working gear for joining crew where there is insufficient stock on board.
  • Supports in provision of quarterly and annual reports on adoption and utilization of working gear.
  • Assists in liaising with the Crewing Commercial Team and Crewing Teams to ensure sufficient replenishment of supplies to vessel with due consideration of vessel annual budget less the year-to-date spend.
  • Monitors overall costs and profitability of the working gear project.
  • Liaises with Planning Managers to get approvals from clients where required.
  • Performs expediting of orders, updating delivery status and communication to Masters of the vessel.
  • Assists in confirming invoices for to ensure timely process of payment to supplier.
  • Provides input on Supplier Performance based on daily transactions.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Purchaser in the Centralized Working Gear Project?

The primary role of a Purchaser is to assist in the supplementation of uniforms and working gear for crew on board vessels, ensuring timely and sufficient delivery while considering the vessel's annual budget and crew changes.

What qualifications are required for the Purchaser position?

A Bachelor's degree with 12 months of relevant experience is required for the Purchaser position.

What skills are necessary for success in this role?

Candidates should possess good working knowledge of MS Office tools, strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical abilities, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills.

Is previous experience in crewing operations required for this position?

No, previous experience in crewing operations is desirable but not required for this position.

What type of reports is the Purchaser responsible for providing?

The Purchaser is responsible for providing quarterly and annual reports on the adoption and utilization of working gear.

How does the Purchaser interact with suppliers?

The Purchaser acts as the point of contact for selected suppliers to ensure the availability of items and smooth, timely delivery to vessels.

What does the position entail regarding inventory management?

The Purchaser is responsible for maintaining the inventory of working gear stock on board vessels, including items such as boiler suits and safety shoes.

What attributes are expected from the Purchaser in terms of workplace culture?

The Purchaser should be adaptable in a multi-cultural environment, possess a robust personality, and demonstrate the company's core values: We Care, We Collaborate, We Challenge, We are Consistent, We Commit and Deliver.

Are there opportunities for career growth within the company?

Yes, V. Group offers significant opportunities for career growth and personal development as part of their commitment to investing in talent.

When does the application close for the Purchaser position?

The application for the Purchaser position closes on 17 Nov 2024.

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V.Group

Global leader in ship management and marine services.

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1984
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The committed partner of progress for everything at sea.