Procurement Specialist

hace 1 mes


Panamá Provincia de Panamá, Panamá ABB A tiempo completo

**Procurement Specialist**:
**Do you share our vision for sustainability and our dedication to pioneering advanced technologies that drive the Ports industry forward and help our customers worldwide decarbonize it? At ABB Marine and Ports in Panama, we are focused on electrifying Container Terminals globally. Ports have many electrical consumers, such as Ship-to-Shore Cranes, Stacking Cranes, Reefer sockets, Shore Power, electric vehicles, and buildings. Within our team in Panama, we design and build electrical and automation infrastructure to provide reliable and sustainable power to our customers, enabling them to handle containers efficiently. Our scope includes Medium Voltage Substations, SCADA systems, Terminal Lighting, Reefer racks and their electrical systems, Electrical Vehicle charging infrastructure, and Grid Connection substations, among others. Our core products are prefabricated substations built in our facilities in Panama. These substations are fully tested and commissioned before they arrive at the construction site. These substations include medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, low-voltage switchgear, UPS, DC systems, SCADA, Fire Alarms, and climate control systems. Our project locations span the globe, covering the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Latin America. They typically take around 24 months to complete. Safety and Integrity are part of our DNA throughout the project lifecycle.**:
**This position reports to**:
Project Manager

**Your role and responsibilities**:

- Oversee and manage the end-to-end logistics of importing parts from China and other international locations. - Coordinate with transportation providers to track shipments and ensure timely delivery. - Plan and optimize logistics strategies to achieve cost savings and efficient time management - Collaborate with Operations to maintain appropriate inventory levels, avoiding both shortages and excess stock. - Monitor the movement of goods to and from the warehouse to ensure accurate inventory counts and minimize delays in production. - Manage and monitor shipment and distribution budgets to control costs. - Seek out opportunities for cost reductions, ensuring that transportation, warehousing, and other related expenses stay within the allocated budget. - Review purchase orders for accuracy, identifying and correcting any discrepancies. - Work closely with vendors and customers, responding to inquiries and resolving issues related to purchase orders. - Maintain regular communication with forwarders and shipping companies to ensure smooth logistics operations. - Coordinate with metalworking and assembly units to synchronize the arrival of materials with production needs. - Ensure that all required shipping documentation, including incoterms, customs paperwork, and other regulatory compliance documents, are correctly prepared and submitted. - Ensure the smooth customs clearance of shipments, addressing any potential delays or obstacles. - Continuously improve logistics processes, ensuring a high level of efficiency and minimizing operational disruptions. - Utilize logistics software and tools to track shipments, manage inventory, and streamline operations. - Ensure accurate and up-to-date record-keeping of all logistics-related data.

**Qualifications for the role**:

- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.
- 5 - 6 years of experience in logistics or supply chain management, with a focus on international shipments.
- Experience with shipping companies, forwarders, and incoterms is required.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Familiarity with standard logistics software and supply chain management tools.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle multiple purchase orders simultaneously.
- Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred for communication with international suppliers and local teams.

**More about us**:
We are a vibrant Panamanian organization that started our incredible growth journey in 2020. Currently, our team consists of 120 talented professionals, with an average age of 34, creating the perfect blend of youthful energy and seasoned expertise. Our diverse workforce primarily hails from Panama, but we also proudly welcome individuals from Ecuador, Colombia, Morocco, The Netherlands, and India, ensuring a fantastic mix of nationalities. Importantly, we maintain a wonderful balance of men and women at operational and management levels. Nestled within the modern Panama Pacifico, our office is the hub for our shared mission of fostering collaboration amongst our teams and with our valued customers throughout the week. We can't wait for you to join our dynamic and supportive environment



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