Are you as excited as we are when we talk about the storage and distribution of bulk liquids at our state-of-the-art tank containers and terminals located in key markets? Could this be the scene for your next career move?
We are currently recruiting for a Regional Ocean Procurement Lead to join our Procurement team. You will be responsible for securing the services necessary to support STC’s customers at the most competitive cost.
Stolt Tank Containers (STC) is a leading provider of door-to-door transportation services for bulk- liquid chemicals and food-grade products. With a fleet of more than 50,000 tank containers, STC is the only operator with its own worldwide network of 22 owned and joint venture depots. Our culture champions digitalization, collaboration and continuous improvement, as well as a commitment to a sustainable future.
What you will be doing
As a Regional Ocean Procurement Lead, you will work closely together with the rest of the procurement team and the business ensuring an unbeatable regional procurement platform. In addition, developing and maintaining supplier relationships are key in this role ensuring STC has the best supplier network in the region.
Job Responsibilities
- Owning and executing the regional ocean strategy.
- Constantly benchmark the market to ensure unbeatable costs in the region.
- Creating and owning procurement frameworks on contract negotiations, periodic business reviews, and cross-departmental interactions with suppliers.
- Understand and constantly research macro and micro trends that could impact the ocean strategy, service levels, and cost base in the region.
- Maintain a constant feedback loop with small spend markets to ensure standardization and spend control in these markets.
- Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers
- Inform and share knowledge with the business on market trends and cost developments
- Be a champion for sustainability within the region for the ocean category
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or on the job experience over 10 years
- At least 5 years freight procurement
- Tender management and contract negotiation required
- Experience with tendering, procurement, and freight platforms
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to be diplomatic and maintain a neutral approach in contentious situations
- Must be a champion for innovation within STC
- Must be energetic, independent a self-starter and able to determine and define priorities
- Must be ethical, organized, prepared, detail oriented and have international experience and an awareness of different cultures
What we offer
- A full-time and permanent role
- Working hours: 5 days’ work week (Monday – Friday), 9am to 5.30pm
- A competitive compensation package, including a 13th month
- Good flexible medical benefits for you and your family members
How to apply
- Complete the online application form and send it to us along with your CV.
- We will invite you for two interviews.
- The Predictive Index test is part of the application process.
- Apply by 17 August 2024.
About Stolt-Nielsen
The Stolt-Nielsen portfolio consists of its three global bulk liquid and chemicals logistics businesses: Stolt Tankers, Stolthaven Terminals and Stolt Tank Containers – Stolt Sea Farm and investments in LNG. Stolt-Nielsen Limited is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (Oslo Børs: SNI). Our values: commit to go further, collaborate for success, act pragmatically and create solutions.
