The posting
Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.
At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organization reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.
With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.
Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock opportunities on a global scale. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.
Role Purpose
As a Procurement Associate, you will support procurement operations related to IT services, software procurement, contractor management, and P2P processes. The role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate execution of procurement activities, maintaining compliance with company policies, and delivering a high standard of stakeholder service.
You will work closely with business stakeholders, suppliers, project managers, and internal procurement teams to facilitate smooth sourcing and purchasing operations while contributing to process improvements and operational efficiency initiatives.
You will be responsible for:
Procurement & Sourcing Operations
- Support sourcing and procurement activities for software, IT services, and external consultants.
- Assist in contractor onboarding, extensions, and offboarding processes.
- Review, validate, and process procurement requests in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Support contract and work agreement creation, review, and administration.
Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Process Management
- Manage purchase requests through ServiceNow or other workflow management tools.
- Create and maintain Shopping Carts and Purchase Orders in SAP S/4HANA.
- Process Goods Receipts (GR) and support invoice-related activities.
- Ensure procurement transactions are completed accurately and within defined service levels.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
- Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, project managers, and suppliers.
- Provide timely resolution of procurement-related queries and issues.
- Build strong collaborative relationships to support efficient P2P operations.
- Maintain proactive communication with stakeholders throughout the procurement lifecycle.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Prepare weekly and monthly procurement reports, dashboards, and presentations using Excel and PowerPoint.
- Monitor operational KPIs and contribute to performance improvements.
- Identify opportunities to enhance process efficiency, controls, and stakeholder experience.
- Support quality and continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement organization.
Operational Excellence
- Maintain accurate updates within procurement workflow systems.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, controls, and governance requirements.
- Deliver high-quality, error-free work while meeting productivity and service targets.
- Participate actively in team meetings, knowledge-sharing activities, and process improvement projects.
We are looking for:
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
Experience
- 2 to 4 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, P2P Operations, or Supply Chain functions.
- Experience in Purchase Order processing and procurement operations.
- Exposure to contract administration and supplier interaction.
- Experience in preparing procurement reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
- Understanding of operational processes, cost management, and procurement controls.
Technical Skills
- Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems.
- Experience with procurement workflow platforms such as ServiceNow.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
What We Offer:
- Impact: Your work directly contributes to the success of our global operations.
- Opportunity: Ample opportunities for professional and personal growth.
- Innovation: Join a forward-thinking team embracing cutting-edge technologies.
- Global Exposure: Collaborate with diverse colleagues in an international business environment.
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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