Our client, a leading company within the shipbuilding and repair industry, is currently seeking an experienced and organised Purchasing Officer to join its operations in Malta. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing procurement activities, supplier relationships, and purchasing processes to ensure efficient and timely supply of materials and services required for company operations.

• Manage the full procurement process for materials and services.
• Issue, monitor, and follow up on purchase orders.
• Track deliveries, send supplier reminders, and maintain supplier communication.
• Research and evaluate new suppliers in collaboration with the technical department.
• Maintain item master data and purchasing conditions within the company ERP system.
• Support negotiations regarding pricing, delivery schedules, and contractual terms.
• Collaborate with warehouse, production, and administration teams to ensure smooth material flow.
• Ensure procurement activities are carried out efficiently and in line with company procedures.

• Technical or economic diploma/degree.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar purchasing or procurement role.
• Good command of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills; Italian will be considered an asset.
• Strong negotiation and organisational skills.
• Detail-oriented with a results-driven mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• What’s on Offer
• Opportunity to join a well-established international company within the maritime industry.
• Professional and dynamic working environment.
• Career development opportunities.
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience.
• If you are an organised and proactive procurement professional looking to grow within an international company, we would love to hear from you.

• Opportunity to join a well-established international company within the maritime industry.
• Professional and dynamic working environment.
• Career development opportunities.
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience.
• If you are an organised and proactive procurement professional looking to grow within an international company, we would love to hear from you.

Outreach Recruitment Ltd is a Malta-based recruitment agency connecting employers with qualified local and international talent across hospitality, retail, finance, technology, healthcare, construction, engineering, maritime, and other industries.

If your background matches this Purchasing Officer role, apply online today and quote reference OR-PO-2026-001.