APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we facilitate international trade and promote sustainable growth. As part of the A.P. Moller–Maersk Group, we connect economies and communities around the world. Our success is built on a strong commitment to LEAN methodologies, embedding continuous improvement into every aspect of our operations. Join us and become part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and innovation.

What do we offer as a company?

At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to continuous improvement is guided by LEAN principles, ensuring that every team member can develop their skills and advance their career. Join us to be part of an innovative environment where your growth is our priority and enjoy the multiple benefits of being a valued member of our team.

We are currently seeking top talent for the role of Procurement Manager. In this position, you will play a vital role in our success. If you are interested in this opportunity and want to build a long-term career within our company, we invite you to join our team.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

• Owner of maximizing performance alignment and career growth of the Callao Procurement teams and talents throughout consistent, regular and valuable performance and career conversations, enabling high individual engagement and meaningful contribution. 
• Manages Callao OPEX spend portfolio. Adapts, implements, and executes Global, Regional and Terminal Procurement strategy and within any element of procurement, category or spend area. Contributes to development of the Regional Procurement strategy and plans. Guides the team to run complex procurement projects successfully across a wide range of functions and through one or more teams of procurement professionals.
• Drives the plan to achieve P&L savings and Cost Improvement plans in the Terminal. Leads the team to reach improvement on overall times of the supply chain process from Purchase Request (PR) approval to product/service delivery.
• Drives and establishes frameworks to improve and maintain compliance on sourcing, supply chain and contract processes. Propels adherence and institution of methodologies to maintain a proper and continuous alignment with internal policies, code of conducts, segregation of duties, Control Manual and Procurement Standards procedures.
• Develops and implements a collaboration plan with Asset Maintenance (AM) in the Terminal to optimize supply chain, improve spare parts availability, inventory management and improving delivery times.   Join forces with Asset Maintenance to ensure proper inventory control system is in place to carefully monitor stock positions, reorder levels & obsolescence of stock. Cooperates with warehouse teams to ensure stock of critical material is kept at hand to minimize urgent purchases. Responsible for the logistic/import process of services, spare parts and equipment sourced abroad throughout the Terminal.
• Maintains rapport and strong business relationships with vendors in the Terminal. Evolve strategic suppliers in the Terminal – aligned with Global Supplier Relationship Management program - allowing for higher valuable set-ups and performance management enabling supply chain efficiencies, high deliverable of On Time – In Full (OTIF), issue resolution and reliable and visible lead teams.
• Liaises within Procurement team and different functions on a regional and/or global level to mature the overall function, finding opportunities to consolidate spend across regions ensuring spent is leveraged in the most efficient way. Actively searches for synergies for continuous improvement.
• Enable and support APMT CAPEX initiatives across the Terminal to achieve competitiveness and timely delivery of milestones and commitments (with governments, authorities, etc.). Responsible of Procurement team’s tender results, stakeholder management, evaluation and supplier selection. Ensuring proper vendor evaluation and determination of most cost-effective solutions related to the project/initiative. Install adequate processes and controls to achieve transparency in procurement policies for supplier selection.
• Lead continued transformation, supporting initiatives and creating opportunities for development and growth.

What talent are we looking for?

• Graduate in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or related fields.
• A Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field is desirable.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to optimize team performance, engagement and development.
• Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate, influence others and manage key stakeholders and suppliers.
• Requires advanced verbal and written communications skills in English and Spanish.

LEAN mindset: We are looking for someone with a strong orientation toward continuous improvement — a person who is naturally curious, committed to solving problems at the root, and motivated to improve every day.

If you enjoy taking on major challenges, now is the time to join APM Terminals Callao.

Learn more about us

Interested in a career at APM Terminals? Learn more and watch our APM Terminals career videos at: www.apmterminals.com/careers

At APM Terminals, we are a team of more than 20,000 employees across over 60 countries, united by a passion for delivering expertise in port operations and container terminal services. We actively support the progress of the societies around us, enabling local economies to unlock their potential.

APM Terminals is an independent business unit within the Danish Maersk Group, a global Fortune 500 company with approximately 89,000 employees.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value diversity and prohibit discrimination against any candidate based on race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, nationality, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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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