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We bring together advanced science and state-of-the-art technology to achieve lasting results in ocean research, to catalyze open sharing of the information, and to communicate the resulting knowledge to audiences around the world. We conduct ocean science operations globally using our state-of-the art science research vessel, R/V Falkor. We provide our collaborators with free access to R/V Falkor in exchange for a commitment to openly share the resulting scientific data and communicate the research findings. The Institute is devoted to the inspirational vision of our Founders that the advancement of technology and open sharing of information will remain crucial to expanding the understanding of the world's oceans.  \nJob Description  \nTitle: Procurement Specialist  \nReports to: Engineering Services Manager  \nLocation: Seattle, Washington USA  \nApplication Deadline: September 19, 2016  \nJob summary  \nSource and procure optimal products and services for operation of the vessel and support of marine operations and research activities. Ensure the Institute makes wise purchase decisions, optimizing cost, quality and logistics considerations.  \nResponsibilities:  \nProcurement:  \n• Purchase any product or service that the Company’s ship Falkor or shoreside operational, engineering and science units may need to maintain operational and mission readiness.  \n• Ensure transparency in process logistics such that end-users can identify each purchase order and its current status (requested, ordered, paid, shipped estimated arrival, etc.) at any time throughout process.  \n• Liaison with managers in the Company’s shoreside offices and aboard the ship for technical science system and equipment purchases.  \n• Co-manage with the Company’s Marine Technical Logistics Specialist all procurement activities including tendering processes, evaluation, contracting, contract management, legal considerations and payment conditions, contractors, performance evaluation, risk assessment, and sustainability.  \n• Make recommendations to management on the procurement processes and system for the purpose of enhancement. Work with management to implement changes to procurement processes as requested.  \n• Implement Strategic Procurement including sourcing strategy, vendor selection and evaluation, quality management, and performance measurement.  \n• Implement Strategic Sourcing to conduct research to ascertain best products and suppliers related to best value, delivery schedules and quality; Identify potential suppliers, visit existing suppliers, and build and maintain good relationships.  \n• Review purchase terms and conditions; negotiate vendor purchase orders and contracts.  \n• Monitor vendor progress on purchase order and contracts in process; verify quality of service provided and adherence to contract terms.  \n• Ensure timely preparation of procurement plans for the projects, taking into consideration the ship’s annual cruise sailing and port call plan, and monitor their implementation.  \n• Ensure full compliance of procurement activities with the Company’s Purchasing Policies and Procedures. Evaluate and update policies and procedures as needed.  \n• Generate purchase orders, maintain accuracy of purchasing and inventory systems and records.  \n• Understand and keep up with new projects and cruise plans.  \n• Network and continually learn strategic procurement management.  \n• Occasionally travel to the ship to: conduct inventory and storeroom walk-throughs, better understand the crew’s procurement needs, maintain positive relationships with the crew, and other tasks that come up as they relate to procurement aboard the ship.  \n• Produce and analyze weekly exception reports to address bottlenecks in purchase order prepa","cbCairotgedzOk6L","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairotgedzOk6L","pdf",210900,"English","# Job Description\n## Job Summary\n## Responsibilities\n## Requirements\n## Preferred Qualifications\n## How to Apply","[{\"question\":\"What is the procurement specialist responsible for in this role?\",\"answer\":\"Source and procure products and services to keep the vessel and marine operations ready, ensuring cost, quality, and logistics considerations are optimized.\"},{\"question\":\"What procurement activities must the specialist manage?\",\"answer\":\"Tendering, evaluation, contracting, contract management, legal considerations, payment conditions, contractor performance evaluation, risk assessment, and sustainability, often in coordination with another logistics specialist.\"},{\"question\":\"What qualifications and experience are required or preferred?\",\"answer\":\"Requires 3+ years of relevant experience and a B.A. or B.S. in business, purchasing, or related fields; advanced degrees are preferred. 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