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APM Terminals • Panama, Panamá, Panama City | Panama

Procurement Manager

Employment type:  Full time
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APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, we connect economies and communities worldwide. Our success is driven by a strong commitment to LEAN methodologies, embedding continuous improvement into every aspect of our operations. Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

We offer:

At APMT Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to continuous improvement is driven by LEAN principles, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers. Join us to be part of an innovative environment where your growth is our priority and experience the numerous advantages of being a valued member of our team.

You will have an excellent opportunity to work in a very dynamic, international and professionally challenging environment among skilled and dedicated colleagues where you will be empowered to driving initiatives and impact in your region. We offer the opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact and driving sustainable growth, with plenty of opportunities for growth within a very international and diverse environment.

As a performance-oriented company, we strive to always recruit the best person for the job – regardless of gender, age, nationality, sexual orientation or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength. In Maersk we make occupational safety and health our highest priority, and we try to ensure that our employees have a healthy work-life balance.

We expect you to have:

Principal Accountabilities:

  • Lead the procurement strategy for the categories under your responsibility, aligned with business priorities and corporate objectives.
  • Ensure the timely and competitive procurement of goods and services, guaranteeing the continuity of operations and CAPEX projects.
  • Act as a strategic partner to internal clients, understanding their needs and supporting the planning of their requirements.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, digitization, and standardization of procurement processes.
  • Lead and develop the team under your responsibility, fostering a culture of high performance.
  • Continuous improvement and process-driven mindset, Lean is a differential.

Education: Bachelor´s degree in business administration, engineering or a related field.

Experience: Purchasing Analyst (3-5 years) , Purchasing Coordinator (2-3 years), Purchasing Manager (2-3 years).

Stakeholder Management.

Knowledge and/or areas of expertise: Intermediate-level proficiency in Microsoft Office. (Required) Procurement, imports, negotiations, and team leadership. Procurement of Capex services and knowledge of civil works contracting.

Excellent English and Spanish written and verbal communication.

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. As part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk Group, we connect economies and communities worldwide. Our success is driven by a strong commitment to LEAN methodologies, embedding continuous improvement into every aspect of our operations. Join us and be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

Learn more about us

Interested in a career at APM Terminals? Discover more and watch our videos about career opportunities at the following link: www.apmterminals.com/careers

At APM Terminals, we are a team of over 20,000 employees across more than 60 countries, united by a passion for delivering excellence in port operations and container management services. We actively support the progress of the communities around us, enabling local economies to unlock their full potential.

APM Terminals is an independent business unit within Denmark’s Maersk Group, a global Fortune 500 company with approximately 89,000 employees.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value diversity and prohibit discrimination against any applicant based on race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is

an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. If you need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website, apply for a position, or to perform a job, please contact us by emailing accommodationrequests@maersk.com.

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Open to part time work for some roles
Open to compressed hours
In house training
Health insurance
Dental coverage
Mental health platform access
Compassionate leave
Life assurance
Annual bonus
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts
Adoption leave
Private GP service
Buy or sell annual leave
Religious celebration leave
401K
Annual pay rises
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Learning platform
Mentoring
Enhanced maternity leave
Shared parental leave
Women’s health leave
L&D budget
Professional subscriptions
Lunch and learns
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