Spare Parts Coordinator
Key Responsibilities
Spare Parts & Inventory Management
- Manage daily spare parts enquiries, quotations, orders, and deliveries.
- Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimum stock availability.
- Coordinate stock replenishment and purchasing activities with approved suppliers.
- Perform stock checks, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate records of stock movements and inventory transactions.
Procurement & Vendor Coordination
- Source and procure spare parts for marine navigation and communication equipment.
- Liaise with local and overseas suppliers regarding pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules.
- Negotiate costs and delivery terms where appropriate.
- Follow up on purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of parts.
Sales & Customer Support
- Prepare quotations for spare parts enquiries from customers and vessels.
- Process customer orders and coordinate shipment arrangements.
- Provide updates to customers regarding order status, lead times, and delivery schedules.
- Support service teams by ensuring required parts are available for onboard jobs.
Logistics & Documentation
- Coordinate local and international shipments of spare parts.
- Prepare shipping documents, delivery orders, packing lists, and invoices.
- Liaise with freight forwarders, couriers, and logistics providers.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and customer requirements.
Administrative Duties
- Maintain supplier and customer databases.
- Prepare inventory and procurement reports.
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting spare parts requirements.
- Support other operational and administrative tasks as assigned.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Maritime Studies, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in spare parts coordination, procurement, inventory control, or marine operations.
- Experience within the marine, offshore, maritime, or technical engineering industry is preferred.
- Familiarity with marine navigation and communication equipment will be an advantage.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Experience with ERP or inventory management systems is preferred.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Knowledge
Experience dealing with spare parts for:
- GMDSS equipment
- Marine radar systems
- ECDIS systems
- GPS and GNSS equipment
- Satellite communication systems
- VHF, MF/HF, and UHF communication equipment
- AIS systems
- Bridge navigation equipment
Benefits
- Competitive salary package
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Annual leave and statutory benefits
- Career development opportunities within the maritime industry