VIKING is looking for a Procurement Buyer

JOIN VIKING - and help build a safer world
Are you looking for a career in the field of procurement? Do you want to work in a global company with a clear purpose of saving lives and having ambitious goals for the foreseeable future?

If you can say YES to the above then it might be you we are looking for as our Procurement Buyer.

At VIKING, we live by saving lives. We are proud to be a world leading supplier of safety products, solutions, and services to the global maritime industry. Our equipment contribute to safety on everything from large cruise- and container ships to offshore platforms, ferries, fishing vessels, and superyachts.

Safety is the core in everything we do and our mission to protect and save human lives.

Do you want to join?
VIKING’s Global Business Services is operating to support VIKING entities across the globe. Right now, VIKING is strengthening the Procurement & Global Planning team in Bulgaria. We are looking for Procurement Buyer who will contribute to the important work we do, in having the responsibility to secure the right material availability and inventory levels, using SAP as our major ERP platform.

Based at our office in Plovdiv, Bulgaria you will report to the Global Procurement Manager and be involved in everyday tasks and projects bringing a dynamic and interesting workday.

Tasks and Responsibilities
In this role, you will work both independently and in cooperation with others. The following tasks and projects can be expected:

• Purchasing, planning and requisitions follow up of production materials
• Collaborate closely with Strategic Sourcing and Logistics departments
• Execute international purchases
• Track the status of deliveries and coordinates with internal departments to ensure receipt
• Active communication with suppliers, internal clients and other parties on daily business
• Blocked invoices resolution
• Determine and secure the right inventory, ABC-categories and safety stock

Your profile
The successful candidate:

• Has previous experience in procurement, purchasing, inventory management, material-handling, planning and optimizing logistical processes
• Has university degree in Logistics, Economics or other related discipline
• Has knowledge of MS Office and experience with ERP systems (SAP preferably)
• Is a responsive team player
• Has customer oriented working approach

You will work closely with other departments and colleagues, therefore you need to be good communicator and has collaboration skills. On a personal level you are analytical thinker, self – motivated, positive and precise.

Since our corporate language is English, you have very good English skills – both written and orally.

VIKING offers
We offer an attractive position where you get the opportunity to develop yourself in an interplay with colleagues, who value humor, job satisfaction and a great work environment.

VIKING is a global workplace where the majority of our activities address the whole world. We have a strong culture and give space to the individual – we know everybody contributes with something special. Therefore, we invest in our employees and offer unique career opportunities in an international organization.

Do you want to be a part of VIKING?
All applications are received online by “Send application” in the job add. We conduct interviews continuously and therefore recommend you send your application and resume as soon as possible. All applications are naturally handled with confidentiality.

If you have questions concerning the position or VIKING, you are welcome to reach out to HR Specialist, Hristina Ugrinova, on mobile +359 876480994

Read more at www.viking-life.com

JOIN VIKING - YOUR CAREER IS SAFE WITH US

About VIKING
VIKING Life-Saving Equipment A/S is the global market leader in maritime and offshore safety solutions. The company supplies and services safety and fire-fighting equipment for passenger and cargo ships, offshore installations, fishing vessels, navies, helicopter services, fire departments and leisure yachts worldwide.

VIKING’s products protect passengers and crew on many of the world’s largest cruise liners and cargo ships, as well as workers on the world’s most advanced offshore platforms. VIKING also ensures safety and regulatory compliance on board at all times, enabling shipowners and owners/operators of offshore installations to focus on their business.

VIKING is a privately owned company which was founded in 1960. In 2018, VIKING acquired the Norwegian company Norsafe, whose lifeboats and rescue boats have been in use around the world since 1904. In 2019, VIKING acquired Drew Marine’s FSR division, one of the world’s three largest providers of marine fire services.

VIKING’s headquarters are in Esbjerg, Denmark, and its products are manufactured in Denmark, Norway, Bulgaria, Greece, China and Thailand.

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Contact

Hristina Ugrinova
HR Specialist Bulgaria
Tlf.: +359 876480994

VIKING | Plovdiv 11 “Kuklensko shose” bul.
4004 Plovdiv
Bulgaria

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Application deadline:
9. May 2025