Zodiac Maritime Limited is the largest privately-owned ship management company in the UK with a worldwide trading presence and recognised reputation for performance excellence.

Zodiac is headquartered in London with representative offices in New York, Shanghai, Japan and India, as well as 19 crew recruitment offices located around the world. The open plan London Head Office is located in the West End with a headcount of 150 employees and offshore staff comprising of 4,500 crew members.

We are currently recruiting for a Procurement and Logistics Officer to join the team.

Job Description

In accordance with the requirements of the Technical Fleet Managers and internal procedures, the successful candidate will be responsible for the sourcing of high-quality spares and parts, in the most cost and time effective manner, for the respective fleets.

Primary responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

• Obtaining quotes and negotiating prices with approved suppliers from across the globe.
• Supplying technical stores which the Master cannot order, by obtaining local quotes, gaining approval, placing orders and ensuring delivery.
• Co-ordinating and directing, in the most cost-effective way, the dispatch of spare orders to vessels throughout the world via the most convenient port and following up on the delivery status.
• Checking and approving invoices against orders.
• Keeping abreast of new product information.
• Liaising with the vessel regarding their requirements, evaluating suppliers and condition of goods arriving on board. Follow up with Captain and Chief Engineer. 

Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Graduate with an academic background containing finance, procurement, supply chain management or a similar subject matter.
• Proven experience in a similar procurement or technical position in shipping, would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated understanding of the purpose and scope of procurement and effective negotiation strategies with suppliers.
• Working knowledge of complex ERP system, such as SAP.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to negotiate effectively on the Company's behalf.
• Proven analytical skills together with the ability to support decisions with sound reasoning and judgement.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify and focus on relevant information.
• Ability to work on their own initiative within a fast-paced environment.
• Effective planning and organisational skills.
• Strong ethics and the proven ability to engage and establish trust, credibility and confidence with internal and external contacts.

Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

To Apply: Please send CV and covering letter to [email protected]

• Identify and support on safety initiatives and improvements to enhance fleet safety.
• Provide creditable advice to all relevant departments and management.
• Ensure assigned vessels are compliant with maritime legislation, Flag State requirements and quality and safety standards of the vessel owners.
• Review and address safety related matters in vessels including SQSE meetings, accident and incident reports and near miss reporting.
• Formulate and distribute safety information and updates to fleets, departments, Class and Flag States.
• Provide support in the reviewing and monitoring of internal audits, internal navigational audits and third party external audits providing close actions where necessary.
• Analyse accident and incident reports, identify all high levels of risk and assist with the preparation of fleet circulations, incident letters and monthly safety bulletins as required.
• Maintain accurate records of safety & environmental data, produce quantifiable results of the company's safety and environmental impacts and maintain data for key performance indicators.
• Support the emergency / crisis management team.
• Remain updated on the forefront of QHSE legislation, requirements and best practice both strategically and practically.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Seafaring experience on Tankers is a requirement for this role.
• Previous onshore experience within QHSE.
• Familiarisation with applicable ISM and ISO standards and codes.
• Demonstrated knowledge and use of ECDIS.
• Passionate and sincere interest in safety management.
• Strong analytical skills together with the ability to make and support decisions with sound reasoning and judgement.
• Strong IT skills and advanced knowledge and proven ability in the use of Microsoft Office.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify and focus on relevant information.

Candidates must have the right to work and live in the UK.

To Apply: Please send CV and covering letter to [email protected]