Tender Package Manager Vessels

**Summary**:
DEME is a world leader in the highly specialized fields of dredging, marine engineering and environmental remediation. DEME can build on more than 140 years of know-how and experience and has fostered a pioneering approach throughout its history, being 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, reduction of CO2 emissions, polluted rivers, seas and soils and the scarcity of natural resources.

DEME holds a modern and versatile fleet which has been extended with the arrival of some truly pioneering vessels recently, and today it is proudly owner of more than 100 specialist vessels.
Our company is already the largest operator of green vessels in the sector to minimize its own carbon footprint and its new vessels are equipped with innovative dual fuel engines, which are capable of running on LNG and diesel fuel.

For the further development of its fleet and associated procurement activities, DEME is now looking for an experienced and dynamic professional Tender Package Manager for its Procurement Category “Vessels”.

As a Tender Package Manager for Vessels & Newbuilds, you will report to the Category Manager for “Vessels” procurement and be responsible for the procurement services of newbuilds and conversion works of high-technology vessels for offshore installation and dredging activities. You will be based in our procurement office in Luxembourg.

**Responsibilities**:
You will support the Category Manager to develop a market strategy based on your up-to-date market knowledge of the shipbuilding industry- You will conduct market research to further develop and deepen existing shipbuilding market knowledge- You will develop and manage a reliable supply chain network in the shipbuilding industry to enhance DEME fleet capabilities- You will manage relationships and communication with various internal stakeholders (business units, projects, legal, finance, etc.)- You will manage and guide high value shipbuilding procurement projects and strive for TCO reductions- You will take the lead in the negotiations with shipyards and equipment suppliers, drafting and closing contracts, where necessary with the support of category buyers and the Fleet Department- You will manage category buyer(s) during the execution of procurement tasks, including equipment expediting, inspection and logistics services, if required for owner furnished equipment.- You will monitor and manage the interface of vessel procurement activities with the related equipment procurement processes- You will maintain and monitor the existing agreements with suppliers / contractors / shipyards

**Profile**:
Master or Bachelor degree in Engineering, Economics, or equal by experience- Minimum of 8 years relevant work experience in a procurement role or management of projects & operations in shipbuilding and/or major conversion projects-
- Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving mentality- Strong negotiation and communication skills- Project Management skills and relevant experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and commercial terms and conditions- You are willing to travel for business overseas regularly- Fluent in English

**Offer**:
A competitive remuneration package incl. company car and company pension scheme- 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.