Technical Procurement Engineer

The position supports the Technical Supplies Team by handling the procurement of machinery, equipment, tools, parts, supplies, and marine & technical services required for the company’s vessels and factory. The Technical Procurement Engineer follows all established policies and procedures while managing complex technical purchasing tasks.

Key duties include researching, evaluating, and selecting suppliers based on price, quality, service, and warranty. The role also involves reviewing technical specifications, preparing bid documents, managing the bidding process, analyzing offers, making recommendations, and issuing purchase orders. Additionally, the position is responsible for maintaining contract files and other relevant documentation.

Responsibilities

Procurement Process

• Executes the complete procurement process for materials and Services, including handling Purchase Requisitions (PR), issuing Requests for Quotation (RFQ), and creating Purchase Orders (PO), in accordance with Asso Group’s business activities, policies, procedures, SAP ERP system, and ethical standards.
• Prepares accurate Commercial Bid Evaluations (CBE) and Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE) and participates actively in commercial negotiations.
• Maintains planned and structured communication with vendors to stay updated on their capabilities, new products, and market developments.
• Develops and maintains a commercially solid vendor base through continuous market research, identification of new supply sources—including non‑traditional suppliers—and supports the upkeep of Asso Group’s Approved Vendor List.
• Monitors and evaluates vendor performance on a continuous basis to ensure reliability, quality, and compliance.

Requirements

• Demonstrated mid‑ to senior‑level experience in technical or marine procurement, with proven ability to manage complex purchasing cycles, supplier negotiations, and high‑value technical evaluations.
• Previous working experience in a similar role or within the maritime industry will be considered an advantage.

• Advanced education in Mechanical, Naval, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or a related technical field (university degree, technical school, or equivalent experience gained through substantial on‑the‑job practice).
• Experience working with technical contracts and understanding of commercial/technical terms.
• Strong command of written and spoken English.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) will be considered an additional asset.

Benefits

• Fast-paced environment
• Private Health Insurance
• Company Bus from central points
• Specialization in a niche market
• Competitive compensation
• Continuous development opportunities

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understand the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties and responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. All the above are illustrative duties and the post holder will be expected to become involved in a range of work to enable the team to respond effectively to the requirements of the Company.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We are determined that no job applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of sex, pregnancy or maternity, gender re-assignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, age, race, or disability. All information will remain confidential to the Company and will be handled in accordance with the requirements of the Personal Data Protection legislation.