This position is responsible for the placement and administration of purchase orders in support of the Commercial Fleet. Such activity may include the execution of standard purchase orders and long-term global pricing agreements. Tasks shall include establishing sources, preparing bid lists and requests for quote, negotiating, drafting purchase orders, documenting procurements, and monitoring/managing supplier performance. Sourcing Agents will work closely with Technical Organization to orchestrate and execute planned buys in a cradle to grave supply management environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receiving and reviewing purchase requests as assigned.

• Selecting and recommending sources of supply.

• Negotiating and placing orders/contracts with qualified sources.

• Authorized to sign purchase orders of up to $50,000.

• Monitoring all orders/contracts from placement to completion.

• Reconciling all problems with orders and contracts.

• Communicating with vessels, company agents, and technical operations via written and oral correspondence.

• Identifying best practices and process optimization opportunities.

• Evaluating suppliers, based on quality, and making recommendations accordingly.

• Performing such research as necessary to develop new/alternate sources of supply.

• Ensuring competitive bidding process and filling needs by selecting a balance of cost, quality, or schedule

• Working closely with Technical/Engineering, and Finance personnel to develop compliant cost/price strategies, in response to Technical Organization needs for voyage repairs and other supplies and services.

• Negotiating pricing and terms and conditions.

• Supporting commitment to safety and other selected company standards and certifications

• Performing other position-related duties as specified by management

Position Specifications:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred; 5 years' experience in an industrial or operational marine procurement environment preferred (degree must be from an accredited institution).

Technical Skills and Competencies Required

• Certification as a Certified Professional in Supply Management, or CPSM (ISM), or Certified Supply Chain Professional, or CSCP (APICS), highly desirable.

• Must have computer skills in Microsoft Word, Windows, Outlook, and Excel.

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

• PeopleSoft experience is a plus.

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Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States

Maersk Line, Limited (MLL), an American company headquartered in Norfolk, was established in 1983 to support the conversion and operation of five Maritime Prepositioning Ships on behalf of the United States Navy. Since 1983, MLL operates around the world to support the United States with military, government, and humanitarian missions. MLL provides ocean shipping services from over 300 ports around the world. With the largest fleet of internationally trading US flag registered vessels, and a vast global inland network, we offer our customers customized end-to-end transportation solutions.

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