Buyer

A world-renowned shipping company is hiring a buyer for the Purchasing department!

Why us? Because we ‘sea’ you! Our unique history and spirit, in which people come first, were started by our founders. So, we make the workplace friendly and full of different kinds of people so you can bring your best self to work. At XT, we don't just "do business" - we build long-lasting relationships and care for our customers, employees, and the environment. XT has offices in Israel, Greece, India and Romania, and 2,500 seafarers from 18 nationalities that call it home.

What you’ll do?

Full follow up on the purchasing chain from the request for quotation till the invoice approval that includes:

• receiving requisitions of spare parts /repairs and services from the ship and sending it to suppliers.
• Obtaining quotes, receiving approval from the superintendents, placing orders.
• Coordinating with the superintendents the purchase and supply of spares and consumables and in the most cost effective way.
• Checking and approving invoices against orders.
• Searching the market for new sources of consumables, spares and workshops.
• Checking all relevant items of all disbursement accounts in respect of the expenses for each managed vessel.
• Coordinating in the most cost effective and convenient way the dispatch of orders to the vessels throughout the world.
• Liaising with the ship's agent at the port of delivery and ensuring arrangements are made by the agent for receipt and delivery of the spares to the vessel.
• Following up the delivery time and updating the superintendents accordingly.
• Updating records of supplies in the computer, price lists and comparison tables.

What you’ll need?

• A minimum of 2 years experience as a buyer.
• A BA in economy or logistics-an advantage
• An experience with purchasing in maritime for Container and bulk vessels- an advantage.
• Technical knowledge- an advantage.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Fluent English.

Who you are?

• Responsible and diligent team player.
• Well-organized and highly motivated.
• Someone who is looking for a stable home.