Buyer – Ship Management (Procurement)

About the role

As a Buyer in the Ship Management division, you will join MSC's Procurement Team and support the group's various entities. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will help design and execute procurement processes that drive automation, efficiency and cost control.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse market trends, cost drivers and global risks to develop forward‑looking procurement strategies.
• Manage end‑to‑end procurement activities, including supplier evaluations, site audits and continuous‑improvement projects.
• Build and maintain a high‑performing supplier base that meets current and future business needs.
• Develop and deploy category sourcing strategies aligned with MSC entities.
• Lead negotiations, cost‑management initiatives and supplier performance reviews focused on cost, quality and delivery.
• Promote automation tools to enhance procurement processes and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and company governance.

Required profile

• Graduate degree in Engineering, Procurement, Chemistry, Mathematics or Business (preferred).
• Analytical mindset with ability to assess market trends and supplier capabilities.
• Excellent proficiency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills and high flexibility.
• Natural negotiator with a track record of generating cost‑saving initiatives.
• Problem‑solver with a proactive attitude.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position based in Geneva.
• Opportunity to work for a global leader in shipping and logistics.
• Collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and sustainability.