Driven by the expansion of our global fleet operations, we are excited to introduce a new opportunity for a Buyer t o provide the Fleet Operations Team with high-quality procurement support at both tactical and operational levels. The role focuses on driving cost efficiencies while maintaining required standards of quality and delivery timelines. The Fleet Buyer will also contribute to the continuous improvement and effective implementation of procurement processes and procedures in hand with technical capability. Key Deliverables: Provide day-to-day procurement support for the Fleet Operations Team and assigned vessels, or as otherwise required. Ensure excellence in core procurement activities, including maintaining accurate Purchase Orders (POs) and revisions, and securing supplier acknowledgement of POs under agreed terms and conditions. Prepare, coordinate, issue, and review Requests for Information (RFIs), Proposals (RFPs), Quotations (RFQs), and Invitations to Tender (ITTs). Ensure compliance with fleet/marine-specific regulations, company QHSE standards, and procurement processes, including: Maintain departmental databases, reports, and procurement documentation to a high standard. Promote and educate stakeholders on procurement best practices. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, c ommunicating effectively and adapting style and approach as appropriate. Develop category, commodity, and supplier knowledge and contribute to the department’s knowledge base. Coordinate Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), General Confidentiality Agreements (GCAs), and supplier onboarding. Maintain accurate supplier and contract records. Develop reporting and analysis tools to support effective evaluation of supplier proposals and quotations. Coordinate departmental reporting requirements, including KPIs, monthly reports, supplier scorecards, and audits. Work towards achieving or exceeding business, departmental, and individual goals and KPIs. Support the development and refinement of procurement policies, processes, and procedures. Perform any other relevant tasks and duties as required. Qualifications, Skills and Experience Proven experience in Fleet Operations or the marine support industry within a procurement role is required. CIPS Level 3 or equivalent procurement qualification; minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role. Engineering background. Familiarity with Marine Planned Maintenance Systems (e.g., AMOS, MARSOFT). Experience in international procurement. Location: Global Marine Systems Limited, Washington Office, 2 Turbine Way, Sunderland SR5 3NZ. Minimum of 3 days per week working in the office, 2 days per week working from home. As with all our roles, please note the we are recruiting directly for this role and will not be engaging recruitment agencies. Many thanks for your understanding. About The Company Global Marine Group offers over 175 years of engineering expertise, connecting continents, countries and communities. The Group delivers precision installation and 24/7 maintenance of subsea fibreoptic cables. The Group comprises of three specialist business units, Global Marine, SubConnect and OceanIQ. With a global workforce of over 800 talented individuals, together the Group has installed over 330,000 kilometres of subsea telecoms cable, performed maintenance operations on 29% of the worlds fibre optic cables and has detailed data records on over 3million km of cable - 97% of all fibre, and 90% of all power cable including, over 6,500 historic cable faults. The Global Marine Group team is full of passionate people, sharing a wealth of knowledge and constantly achieving excellence. Employee Benefits: Group Pension with access to Independent Financial Advisor Life Cover – inclusive with Group Pension Plan Private Medical Insurance and Medicash Plan Dental Scheme – at a subsidised cost Fitness Club Subsidy X2 Professional Subscriptions Cycle Scheme – As per the green initiative, approved by the Government scheme Eye Sight Test contribution Perkbox - employee discount scheme along with a Wellness Hub Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay 25 days Annual Leave Option to purchase an additional 5 days annual leave per year Long Service Awards Reward & Recognition Referral programme Employee Assistance programme 3 paid volunteer days Free on-site parking - At all sites Global Marine Group are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive for everyone. If you require reasonable adjustments for your interview, please reach out to during your recruitment process. We are more than happy to accommodate your needs to ensure you have the best possible experience during the selection process.