Procurement Officer

Wilh. Wilhelmsen · Mumbai, India

About the role

Join our global team for a career filled with opportunities to solve challenges both small and large, local and global, simple and complex.

About the role

We are looking for a Procurement Officer to support fleet operations, ensuring timely and accurate execution of procurement activities for vessels worldwide.

This is a hands-on operational role, working closely with Procurement Managers, Vessel Managers, and suppliers to deliver reliable and efficient procurement services to the fleet.
 

What you will do

• Execute procurement activities in line with vessel schedules – ensure timely processing, no avoidable delays

• Raise and manage Purchase Orders (POs), quotations, and order follow-up

• Work closely with Procurement Managers and Vessel Managers on daily operational requirements

• Support cost control by obtaining competitive quotations and challenging obvious inconsistencies

• Coordinate with suppliers on delivery status, documentation, and issue resolution

• Resolve routine and urgent supply issues escalating where required

• Ensure compliance with procurement procedures, systems, and approval workflows

• Monitor order and invoice status to ensure accuracy and timely processing

• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and service delivery

What we are looking for

• 2–4 years maritime procurement or purchasing experience

• Exposure to vessel operations, spares, and logistics

• Experience with procurement systems (BASSnet or similar preferred)

• Strong organizational and follow-up discipline

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks

• Clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders

Why join us

• Work with one of the world’s leading ship managers

• Exposure to global fleet procurement operations

• Develop hands-on operational procurement experience

• Clear development path toward senior and managerial roles

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