A.P. Moller - Maersk · 1 month ago
Assistant Procurement Manager
USA, New Jersey, Elizabeth, 07207
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$87K/yr - $95K/yr
3+ years expA.P. Moller - Maersk is a global leader in shipping services, and APM Terminals is focused on enhancing port efficiency and operations. The Assistant Procurement Manager will support procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with corporate standards to drive value in terminal operations.
Customer ServiceInformation TechnologyLogisticsRetailShipping
Responsibilities
Assist in managing end-to-end procurement activities (services, supplies, inventory, equipment) for the Elizabeth terminal, ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing
Support the tendering process (RFIs, RFQs, RFPs), bid evaluations, vendor selection and contract negotiations in line with corporate and terminal procurement standards
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Operations, Maintenance, Finance, HSSE, Supply Chain) to understand demand, forecast spend and align procurement strategies with terminal business plans
Develop and maintain data and analytics on spend by category, vendor, contract status and savings opportunities; support cost-savings initiatives and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modelling
Support supplier relationship management: onboarding suppliers, monitoring supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost), and managing contract compliance
Ensure adherence to global procurement governance, corporate standards (e.g., Finance Control Manual, Responsible Procurement), ethical sourcing, and risk mitigation practices
Assist in the implementation of digital procurement tools, process improvements and best practices to enhance procurement efficiency and transparency
Act as a liaison between local terminal procurement activities and the regional/global procurement team to ensure alignment of policies, standards and strategic sourcing
Support the Head of Procurement in preparing procurement reports and presenting insights to senior management (e.g., savings achieved, spend trends, supplier risk) at the terminal
Provide back-up/oversight in case of absence or capacity demands for the Head or lead role in defined procurement categories/projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering or related discipline
Proven experience (typically 3-5 years) in a procurement, sourcing or supply-chain role—ideally in logistics, industrial/terminal operations or a complex supply environment
Strong negotiation skills, contract management experience and vendor-management aptitude
Solid analytical capability. Comfortable with spend data, cost models, market/industry analysis and supplier benchmarking
Good stakeholder management, able to interact with operations, maintenance, finance and external vendors in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment
Familiarity with procurement lifecycle, tools & systems (e.g., e-tendering, ERP modules) and keen interest in process/digital improvement
Demonstrated ability to operate in compliance with procurement policies, governance frameworks and risk controls
Excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills; ability to influence and collaborate cross-functionally
Self-starter, able to work with limited supervision, adapt to changing priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced terminal/port environment
Preferred
Experience in port/terminal, shipping, logistics or heavy asset maintenance environments; exposure to global sourcing and vendor infrastructure
Experience with supplier performance management and contract lifecycle management
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k + Company Match
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
And more!
Company
A.P. Moller - Maersk
A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated transport and logistics company; going all the way, together, for our customers and society.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2005-10-19IPO
Leadership Team
Eric Lindberg
Head of Business Development - Integrated Sales
Lene Serpa
Director, Head of Corporate Sustainability & ESG
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