Procurement and Supply Chain Coordinator managing logistics and supply chain processes for Aqua Expeditions. Leading procurement and compliance in marine equipment and inventory management.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the logistical process (quotation, purchase, and delivery materials, spare parts, supplies, consumables, supply chain activities and contracting maintenance and catering services).
Purchasing spare parts, and controlling the spare parts and materials inventory from Aqua Expeditions´ vessels and land-based facilities, ensuring the efficient use of allocated resources, within the corresponding budget.
Ensure compliance with national and international legislation related to import and export of materials for vessels and land-based facilities.
Lead budget preparation for vessel supplies and CAPEX; monitor expenditures continuously to ensure efficient resource allocation and identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing.
Act as the primary liaison between vessels, technical managers, and suppliers to manage the full purchasing lifecycle—from requisition review and quotation analysis to PO issuance and invoice matching.
Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with global suppliers; maintain a robust vendor database and proactively source new partners to optimize service quality and costs.
Oversee international freight forwarding and customs clearance to ensure on-time delivery of critical spare parts and provisions to vessels worldwide.
Utilize DeepBlue software to maintain real-time tracking of spare parts and consumables; conduct annual physical audits of vessel and land-based stocks to ensure data accuracy.
Provide dedicated logistical support during dry dock and major maintenance periods, prioritizing urgent requirements to minimize vessel downtime.
Ensure all procurement activities align with international maritime legislation, export/import regulations, and Company Quality & Safety manuals.
Deliver regular status reports to the Technical Director, manage supplier evaluations, and implement corrective actions following internal or external audits.
Requirements
Degree in Business Administration or Engineering
5 + years in maritime industry ( logistics work), ideally in Yacht /Cruise Companies.
Advanced English / Spanish
Logistics process optimization.
Data Analysis and budget management.
Good understanding of marine technical equipment, spare parts, consumables, and vessel maintenance supply processes.
Familiarity with international logistics, freight forwarding, with strong communication and organizational skills.
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