Junior Purchasing Associate

Job Description

Opportunity

You've seen us everywhere, from a road trip, passing over one of our trucks, to the biggest ports in the planet where we touch land to continue our journey All The Way to your front door. Now it's your chance to get to know us from within a workplace full of warmth, friendship and support.

We invite you to join our wonderful team and be part of our purpose: Improving life for all by integrating the world. Join us and play an important role on our team lifting global trade every day!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day operations of the procurement department, including managing supplier relationships and contract documentation.
• Work closely with procurement staff to identify and evaluate potential suppliers, ensure compliance with company procurement policies, and help optimize the procurement process to achieve cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of supplier interactions, contracts, and contribute to the preparation of reports and data analysis that inform strategic decision-making.
• Inform superiors as soon as possible in the event there of any delay in procurement process.
• Contacts suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule.
• Back up and support the team while colleagues are on leave.
• Follow up on all contract’s expiry and keep them updated.

We are looking for:

• Available for working min. 3 days/week at the office. The contract for this position will be temporary - 1 year.
• If you are looking for your first job - that's the perfect opportunity to join a global company. Fresh graduates, students on the final semester, or max. 1 year of experience are welcome.
• Residing in Bucharest area.
• Quick learner and agility for a fast-paced environment.
• Team player with strong communication skills.
• Skilled with the use of Microsoft Office (Power Point, Excel, Word).
• Proficient in English and Romanian.
• Strong process-oriented approach to work, with excellent attention to detail and high level of commitment.
• Proactive, dynamic, and organised person who is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and support.

Life @Maersk

At Maersk, you’ll be part of a global team motivated by bringing the world closer. We do this through close partnerships with our valued customers, who trade everything from seafood and fruits, to clothes, electronics and cars! No matter our role in the Region our end goal is to simplify the lives of our customers. This is done through seamless processes, best in class digital solutions, and great customer service.

Please submit your CV in English.

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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.

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