Senior Manager, Terminal Procurement

Singapore

**DRIVING CONNECTIVITY**

**Senior Manager, Terminal Procurement**

**Guoco Midtown, Singapore**

**Chart your Course with PIL**

With over 55 years of leadership in the global shipping industry, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is looking for proactive individuals to drive innovation and sustainable shipping solutions. If you’re fueled by pioneering ideas, enjoy challenging the status quo, and are determined to make a significant impact, PIL wants you as a part of our dynamic community of maritime professionals.

At PIL, we provide local experiences with a global reach. With our headquarters in Singapore, and services offered at over 500 locations in 90 countries, you will have ample opportunities to work with colleagues from different cultures and communities.

**Get On Board for a Dynamic and Purposeful Career.**

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Strategic Procurement**:

- Develop and implement procurement strategies and negotiations for terminals, including global terminal operators. Manage and develop relationships with vendors for optimal performance, follow-up and negotiate contracts to ensure reasonable and compliant terms and conditions for cost-effectiveness. Identify and conduct market intelligence and analysis to assess potential suppliers and their capabilities. Engage internal stakeholders to understand network and service requirements and ensure alignment.

**Supplier and Risk Management**:

- Conduct constant performance reviews of terminal vendors to ensure quality and reliability, including audit checks on-site. Ensure adequate resource allocation for vessels in terminals. Identify inefficiencies and assess potential operational risks by terminals that do not align with service level agreements and codes of conduct. Ensure procurement activities comply with industry regulations and company policies. Be familiar with local regulations to mitigate risks associated with procurement activities.

**Sustainability Procurement**:

- Familiarize with approaches and company policies on sustainable procurement, which may directly or indirectly affect meeting scorecards. Identify and support improvements in existing procurement processes while considering sustainable developments and practices that contribute positively to the company.

**Cost Efficiency**:

- Regularly review areas of focus, including joint efforts with local Ops leads to identify cost-efficiency initiatives. Prioritize and reduce non-essential costs through internal streamlining or external partnerships with vendors. Identify system/process misalignments to streamline and drive cost standardization.

**MUST HAVE**:

- Bachelor's Degree from recognized institutions, preferably in shipping or logistics.
- At least 6 years of working experience in the maritime industry.
- Strong analytical mind-set and attention to detail with the capability for critical thinking.
- Proficient in Microsoft tools such as Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Tableau/Power BI is a plus.

**WE VALUE**:

- Experience in terminal operations or procurement.
- Knowledge of sustainable procurement practices.
- Strong business acumen and ability to manage priorities.
- Proactive and self-motivated individual who anticipates and carries out tasks effectively.

**Why Join Us**:

- Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
- Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.

**Application Process**:
**About Us**

Incorporated in 1967, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is ranked 12th among the world’s top container shipping lines and is also the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, PIL is a global carrier with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania, and the Pacific Islands.

Together with its affiliated companies Mariana Express Lines (MELL) and Malaysia Shipping Corporation, PIL serves customers at over 500 locations in more than 90 countries worldwide with a fleet of 100 container and multi-purpose vessels.

Apart from the core liner shipping business, PIL also has several other business units such as container manufacturing, depot, and logistics services.

PIL strives to meet the needs of its customers by providing value-adding services such as intermodal, breakbulk, and reefer services delivered on innovative technological platforms. With its focus on “Driving Connectivity” and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050, PIL aims to be an efficient, sustainable, and future-ready shipping line.

Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.