Director of Procurement

Centerline Logistics Corporation

Director of Procurement leading purchasing policies at Centerline Logistics. Overseeing procurement strategies and managing vendor relationships in the marine transportation sector.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $125,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement management, including contract negotiation, vendor quality monitoring, and cost optimization strategies. Proficient in managing procurement teams and collaborating with stakeholders to meet organizational needs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement ManagementContract NegotiationVendor Quality MonitoringMaritime Industry KnowledgeProject Management

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Hard Skills

Purchasing ManagementAccounts PayableBasic Accounting PrinciplesAutomated Procurement SystemsInventory Control Systems

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationOral CommunicationHuman Relation SkillsAnalytical SkillsDecisive Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelPurchasing SoftwareAccounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Washington State Driver License

Industry Keywords

Contract LawUniform Commercial CodeDOT RegulationsOil TransportationMarine Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for establishing company-wide purchasing policies and procedures.
Identifying acceptable terms, negotiating contracts, and monitoring vendor quality.
Managing purchasing agents and guiding overall direction and material control functions.
Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize cost savings and operational efficiency.
Structure, hire and manage procurement team, setting expectations and goals.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their procurement needs and requirements.
Manage the activities of the purchase order users and provide training as needed.
Oversee system improvements/training to ensure a smooth process from requisition to payment.
Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best combination of price, quality, quantity, delivery and supplier responsiveness.
Solicit and analyze quotations for stock materials and supplies.
Review supply requisitions and coordinate with requesting department to clarify requirements.
Prepare regular vendor reports detailing supplier performance regarding service, price and quality.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Four year college degree in business or accounting preferred.
Equivalent experience will be considered.
Three to five years of experience in purchasing management or accounts payable.
Two years of increasingly responsible management experience in the maritime industry preferred.
Computer Skills: Word, Excel, Purchasing and Accounting software.
Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures.
Knowledge of contract law, the Uniform Commercial Code and DOT regulations.
Knowledge of automated procurement and inventory control systems.
Knowledge of oil transportation and marine industry.
Well-developed written oral communications and human relation skills.
Ability to plan and manage projects and obtain goals that may shift with changing priorities.
Skill in leading productive and efficient intra and inter-department meetings.
Maintain the confidentiality of all sensitive communications.
Comprehensive knowledge of domestic sources of supply.
Ability to be analytical and decisive.
Valid Washington State driver license.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D options employee and eligible dependents after meeting Company requirements.
401(k) options.
Disability Insurance.
Sick pay.
Vacation pay.
10 paid holidays per calendar year (subject to work schedule).
Healthcare and/or Dependent Care FSAs after meeting Company requirements.