Procurement Officer

Wilhelmsen Port Services, S.A.

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Mumbai Until 10/6/2026 2+ years exp First posted May 27, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

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

Work Location: Mumbai, India

Application deadline: 23rd August 2026

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About this role

Summary

Support procurement for vessel operations, manage purchase orders, coordinate with suppliers, ensure compliance.

Job title

Procurement Officer

Experience level

2-4 years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

maritime

Location requirements

Mumbai-based, on-site role with remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

procurement systemscommunicationorganizationpressure management

Preferred skills

BASSnetmaritime logistics

Specializations

maritime procurementvessel operationslogisticssupply chain
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

On-site City