Operations Buyer – Supplying an International Fleet of Ships

. Manage the operational procurement of goods and services for assigned vessels .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeBremen • GermanyMid-LevelSenior💰 €45,000 - €60,000 per yearWebsite

Tools & technologies

ERP

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the operational procurement of goods and services for assigned vessels
Clarify requirements, technical specifications, and priorities with vessels and superintendents
Request quotations, compare and renegotiate prices, quality, and availability
Create purchase orders in the ERP system and monitor delivery dates and outstanding items
Organize international deliveries to vessels and coordinate shipping, documentation, and handover dates
Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to find solutions for changes, delivery issues, and complaints
Maintain supplier and product category data
Fully document procurement processes
Liaise with crew members, technical superintendents, suppliers, and the purchasing team

What you’ll need

Commercial or business administration training, or a comparable qualification
Several years of experience in operational procurement
Technical understanding
Experience with price negotiations, international freight shipping, customs procedures, and complaint handling
Excellent communication skills in German and English
Independent and flexible working style
Experience in the maritime industry is an advantage
Experience in technical procurement involving international, time-critical deliveries is an advantage

Comp & perks

Permanent, full-time employment with a 39-hour workweek
30 days of annual leave
Flexible working hours
One day of mobile working per week
Hansefit or EGYM Wellpass from the first day of employment
Employer-funded supplementary health insurance after successfully completing the probationary period
Comprehensive onboarding and regular training
Modern office equipment
Company events
Ergonomic workplace equipment
Free parking
Significant scope for initiative and influence