Purchasing Agent

Constellation Navigation and Trading, LLC•Norfolk, VA

24d

About The Position

Purchasing agent is responsible for acquiring goods and services required by the vessels in a timely, cost-effective manner while maintaining quality and safety standards. This role involves negotiating with vendors, tracking orders, and ensuring final delivery is made to support operational needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution preferred but not required.
Experience as a purchasing agent or government contract specialist with an emphasis in the Industrial/Marine environment preferred.
Prior military supply or storekeeper experience is a plus.
Computer skills with MS Word, Excel and Oracle based programs is also a
Must have computer skills in Microsoft Word, Windows, Outlook, and Excel.
ABS Nautical Systems (NS)
Microsoft Office Products
Freight Forwarder Tracking System
Must have excellent communications skills in the oral and written forms.
Must be able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Procuring goods and services for multiple vessels as assigned.
Monitor all purchases from placement to completion and ensure timely updates.
Work closely with vessels, port engineers, finance and company agents via written and oral response.
Resolve issues related to order discrepancies, deliveries, and invoices.
Responsible for CONSOL and REFLAG purchases as assigned.
Maintain current supplier relationships and explore new alternative sources of supply.
Responsible for compliance with all ISO 9000 procedures applicable to purchasing in response to Technical Organization needs for supplies and services.
Support commitment to safety and other selected company standards and certifications.
Organization needs for supplies and services.
Evaluate vendor performance.
Responsible for independent purchase authority up to $75,000.
Performs other position-related duties as specified by management.