Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Description:

Our client is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist who will own sourcing strategy, supplier base, and the centralized bidding process for one or more vessel-related categories (Bunkers & Fuel, Spares & Stores, Dry-Docking & Repairs, or Ship Management Services) across the Company's worldwide fleet — replacing fragmented, ad hoc buying with a disciplined, auditable, and competitive sourcing function.

About the Requirements

• CIPS qualification is mandatory — minimum Level 4 Diploma; MCIPS (Chartered) strongly preferred.
• 5–8 years' procurement / strategic sourcing experience, with ownership of competitive tendering.
• Shipping and maritime experience strongly preferred.
• Strong negotiation, analytical (TCO/should-cost), and cross-functional stakeholder skills.
• Fluent English; familiarity with e-sourcing platforms and spend analytics

About You

• Own the category strategy — demand plan, supplier base, contract structure, and risk register — approved annually.
• Run the centralized bidding process end-to-end: aggregation, RFQ/RFP/e-auction, evaluation, and award.
• Negotiate framework/term agreements; chair Bid Evaluation Committees for high-value tenders.
• Report category KPIs (savings, cycle time, compliance) and act as the key procurement contact for technical, finance, and legal stakeholders.