As Category Buyer Chartering you will be responsible for a correct execution and follow up of the entire chartering process for certain segments of vessel types chartered to support DEME’s activities worldwide. You will be part of a team consisting of 5 colleagues.
Identify the requirements and chartering needs from projects across DEME’s activity lines
Develop and manage a network of reliable suppliers and subcontractors in order to facilitate DEME’s chartering needs at all times and for all kinds of vessels.
Manage the entire purchase process, i.e. request for quotation, invitation to tender, compare offers, negotiate terms and conditions and draft contracts.
Build and manage relationships with various internal stakeholders (business units, project and tender teams, other supporting divisions) and external stakeholders (vessel owners and brokers).
Ensure compliance with procurement procedures and contracts
Ensure correct terms and conditions are applied
Ensure standards for price competitiveness, quality, performance safety and sustainability are met by the suppliers and subcontractors, initiate corrective actions when needed
You report to the Category Manager Chartering
Bachelor or Master degree in Business Administration / Applied Economics, Business Engineer, Engineering, Supply Chain Management degree, nautical degree or equivalent by experience in the maritime industry in any position which has given you sufficient exposure to projects and vessels.
good commercial and negotiation skills;
interest and affinity for shipping and/or offshore projects altogether
fluent in Dutch and English
team player with a positive attitude and open mindset
computer literate
analytical mind
experience with different types of Bimco charter parties is a plus however not explicitly required. In house and external training will be foreseen.
flexible attitude and hands-on mentality
An extensive mobility program for a healthy work-life balance.
A permanent training track which allows you to develop yourself personally and professionally.
A stimulating, innovative workplace with numerous growth opportunities.
A people-oriented environment with an interactive health program and a focus on employee wellbeing.
DEME (Euronext Brussels: DEME) is a leading contractor in the fields of offshore energy, dredging & infra, environmental remediation, trenching and marine infrastructure. DEME also engages in concessions activities in offshore wind, marine infrastructure, green hydrogen, and deep-sea mineral harvesting. The company can build on almost 150 years of experience and is a front runner in innovation and new technologies. DEME’s vision is to work towards a sustainable future by offering solutions for global challenges: a rising sea level, a growing population, the reduction of emissions, polluted rivers and soils and the scarcity of mineral resources. DEME can rely on more than 5,800 highly skilled professionals and operates one of the largest and most technologically advanced fleets in the world. DEME realized a turnover of 4.1 billion euro with an EBITDA of 764 million euro in 2024.
