Technical Buyer

Job Description

Are you as excited as we are when we talk about the distribution of bulk liquids operated by the world’s largest and most sophisticated fleet of chemical and parcel tankers, with over 70 deep- sea ships?

Stolt Tankers a division of Stolt-Nielsen Limited (SNL), is the specialist in transporting bulk liquids: Chemicals, clean petroleum products, vegetable oils, biofuels and oleochemicals. We are building a Winning culture that is characterised by a Safe, Sustainable and a Continuous Improvement mindset. As part of this, we are rolling out Continuous Improvement training to all our shore-based and seagoing colleagues.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Technical Buyer, you will be using your technical knowledge to assist in sourcing and purchasing supplies to the right place at the right time, while addressing exceptions, contingencies, and vendor performance management. You will be evaluating products on quality, delivery and technical specifications and supporting the buyers in sourcing decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical knowledge and experience to (assist buyers in) sourcing best products within the company’s framework and existing contracts.
• Logistics: Coordinate delivery of supplies at the right place and the right time with Logistics service providers.
• Contingency management & exception handling: Coordinate and execute resolution of contingencies and exceptions.
• Support Contract Management: Perform Contract analysis, monitoring delivery versus price and service level agreements.
• Support Vendor Performance Management: Analysis of vendor performance and cost development; support the performance review cycle.
• Continuous improvement: Coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders such as ships crews, superintendents and fleet managers to optimize order processes and costs.
• Participate in Procurement projects relevant to the purchasing category.
• Coordinate invoice disputes: Review invoice discrepancies and disputes.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent 3–5 years’ proven experience in a purchasing role within a technical environment, preferably maritime.
• At least 5 years’ sourcing/buying experience in maritime logistics, with strong knowledge of marine equipment, spare parts, and supplier markets.
• Strong analytical ability to review technical documentation, interpret complex data, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with experience managing stakeholder interests and driving successful outcomes.
• Collaborative team player with cultural awareness, able to work effectively in multinational and dynamic environments.
• Proficient in MS Office; fluent in English (spoken and written); proactive in managing expectations and identifying improvement opportunities.
  
  
  

What We Offer

• You will be part of an international organization with opportunities for personal growth.
• Competitive pay, perks and benefits package.
• Hybrid work set-up.
  
  
  

How To Apply

• Submit your application online. Don't forget to attach an updated copy of your CV.
• We will invite you for initial assessment if you qualify for the role. The Predictive Index test is part of the application process.
  
  
  

Got questions about the process? Contact Arjay Angel ([email protected]).

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies

We don’t accept any unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment and selection agencies.

About Us

Stolt-Nielsen Limited is a long-term investor and manager of businesses focused on opportunities in logistics, distribution, and aquaculture. The Stolt-Nielsen portfolio consists of its three global bulk-liquid and chemicals logistics businesses – Stolt Tankers, Stolthaven Terminals and Stolt Tank Containers – Stolt Sea Farm and investments in LNG. Stolt-Nielsen Limited is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (Oslo Børs: SNI).