Category Buyer for Maersk Line Vessels

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence. At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics. Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk. Key responsibilitiesYou will have an end-to-end responsibility, accountability and handling entire demand to delivery process for allocated set of Maersk Line vessels and ensure the 4R Principle – Right price, Right Place, Right Time and Right Quantity.Running the RFQ process with non-contracted suppliers for optimal deliveries.Follow Procure to Pay process (PTP) for timely payments to all vendors and handle invoices with discrepancies.Support Stakeholders with technical organizations through daily interactions and addressing their concerns in a timely manner. Must have the sense of urgency to address all pressing matters with key stakeholders.To be familiar with IT platform / system operation with good knowledge to gain maximum output of offered tools and ensure Process compliance.Support Senior Buyers in driving the operational Performance of the TeamShare inputs towards assigned team Initiatives around Category Strategies. Should be keen on learning and acquiring right skill set.Support with implementing automation as part of the Digital Agenda.Support Senior colleagues with Supplier Performance Management tasks.Share inputs with Master data teams to optimize back-end data quality.Assist Senior colleagues with the transactional support around Team initiatives & drives.Always follow the Maersk’s carbon neutral initiative to minimize the carbon emission in our supply chains.We are looking for This position is well-suited to an individual with strong interpersonal skills, capable of developing and influencing internal and external relationships. The ideal candidate will come with:A proven track record of planning and supply chain in an international matrix organization.Has a strong mindset with a natural focus on achieving the most cost-effective solutions for the business.Strong time management and ability to prioritize under ambitious timelinesExperience in the marine industry will be considered an advantageAn educational background in relevant fields of Engineering and/or a Masters in Supply Chain or Operations Management Furthermore you:Are a self-driven team player, who understands the importance of stakeholder management, can build rapport at all levels even in challenging situations, and can encourage and influence others without authorityHave an entrepreneurial mindset and strong analytical skills.Can take ownership, work independently in a structured manner, and achieve concrete results.You can handle risks and uncertainties and are flexible in adapting when priorities change. You feel comfortable challenging the status quo and are motivated to lead change.Are an excellent communicator in English both in writing and in speaking.