Head of Procurement

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 Head of Procurement . 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…