Procurement Engineer (Marine)

About this role

Starzs Investments Company Limited is a Nigerian marine logistics firm that has been operating since 1986. It provides marine logistics services to international and local oil companies and related projects. The company is looking for a Procurement Engineer (Marine) to manage sourcing of marine equipment, vessel spare parts, technical services, and materials, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, quality, and compliance. The role involves evaluating supplier quotes, negotiating terms, coordinating deliveries to vessels and sites, and maintaining supplier relationships. The position is based in Rivers and targets candidates with a background in marine engineering or related fields and relevant procurement experience.

What you would do

• Source marine equipment, vessel spare parts, and technical services.
• Review technical specifications and procurement requests from vessels and operations.
• Analyse supplier quotations and conduct bid analyses (technical and commercial).
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms with vendors.
• Coordinate timely delivery of materials to vessels, ports, and project sites.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, OEMs, shipyards, and service providers.
• Support vessel maintenance, dry-docking, and repair projects.
• Manage vendor registration and procurement records.
• Monitor supplier performance and report non-conformities.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, quality standards, and maritime regulations.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Architecture, or related field.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience in marine, shipping, offshore, or maritime sectors.
• Knowledge of marine equipment, vessel spare parts, and procurement processes.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
• CIPS or other relevant procurement certification is an advantage.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

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