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ARISTEIDIS ANGELAKIS

Purchasing Managers
Athens

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven maritime professional with over 9 years of experience in the shipping industry, specializing in procurement and supply chain operations. Proven expertise in managing purchasing departments with a focus on marine spare parts, stores, forwarding logistics, and lubricant supplies. Adept at coordinating with suppliers, ensuring cost-effective sourcing, and maintaining operational efficiency for vessel support. Strong understanding of maritime logistics, vendor management, and international trade practices. .

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Purchasing Manager

Petrochem General Management
10.2024 - Current
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
  • Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
  • Evaluated supplier performance through regular audits and assessments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and contractual terms.
  • Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
  • Adjusted procedures to maximize department effectiveness.
  • Established long-term agreements with strategic suppliers, securing favorable pricing and delivery terms.

Spare Parts Manager

Petrochem General Management
10.2022 - 10.2024
  • Managed the budget effectively, optimizing spending on necessary components while minimizing waste and excess inventory.
  • Collaborated with service department and collision center to provide timely and accurate parts fulfillment.
  • Managed Type team and provided clear guidance and direction.
  • Increased spare parts inventory accuracy by implementing a robust tracking system and conducting regular audits.
  • Evaluated the performance of suppliers regularly, maintaining a high level of accountability and fostering continuous improvement in service quality.
  • Identified opportunities for bulk discounts by consolidating purchases across multiple departments or facilities when possible.

Senior Spares and Lubricants Operator

Minerva Marine Inc.
05.2016 - 10.2022
  • Implement all activities for my vessels to ensure timely and uninterrupted supply of materials, products and equipment at an optimum cost (requisitions, purchase orders, etc.)
  • Collaborate internally with other departments to assess the requirements of the vessels and makes appropriate recommendations based on price, availability and time to delivery
  • Communicate and negotiate proposals and contracts with suppliers/makers/vendors, safeguarding both Company’s financial interests and the relationship with the stakeholders
  • Keeps abreast with new trends and developments in my field of work and look for ways to improve the department and/or the Company
  • Forwarding arrangements in order to ensure safe delivery of all orders on board Vessels at an optimum cost
  • Monitor, order and deliver main and secondary lubricants on my fleet Vessels

Marine Logistics Coordinator

GAC Marine Logistics
05.2015 - 05.2016

GAC Marine Logistics (GML) offers ship owners and management companies a global “door-to-deck” delivery service for ship spares and marine parts. This specialized supply chain management service integrates the Group’s global infrastructure and expertise in freight forwarding, warehousing, supply chain management.

· International Shipping

· Freight Forwarding

· Transportation

· International Logistics

· Warehouse

· Consolidating Reporting

· Customer Service

· Teamwork

· Team Motivation

Sales Promoter

JTI (JAPAN TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL)
11.2014 - 04.2015

I also Worked in the company JTI (JAPAN TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL) in place of Sales Promoter. Through this position improve:

· My communication skills

· I learned to check and control the stock in each product

· I also learned to create and post products at appropriate places publicity so as to facilitate the sale of the product

Store Manager

Café Central, Chios
10.2007 - 08.2013

Throughout my studies I worked in one establishment in Chios as a Bar Attendant and store manager. My duties included: Preparing and serving drinks, taking orders, maintaining a clean bar and service area, monitor stock and order bar supplies, billing and collecting payments, balancing cash receipts, training and supervising new staff. Through this work I had the opportunity to gain experience and develop skills in :

· customer service and communication

· be a team player and work effectively with other staff

· the ability to remain calm and prioritize under pressure and in a busy environment

· plan and organise the supplies and stock of a department

· be responsible for payments and cash register contents.

Education

Master of Science - New Technologies in Shipping And Transportation

University Of West Attica
Aigaleo
10.2017 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Science - Department of Shipping, Trade And Transport

University Of Aegean
Chios
09.2007 - 11.2013

English-as-a-Second-Language Education

Michigan Certificate Of Proficiency In English (EC
Athens
09.2014 - 05.2015

Skills

Productive And Effective Strong Communication Skills Thinks And Acts Decisively Takes Initiative and operates with discipline Open to new knowledge Embraces change and seeks new, better ideas High emotional intelligence Organization skills with attention to detail Strong priority setting Trustworthy Experienced in Handling sensitive information and dealing with tough situations Negotiation Skills Good Market Knowledge worldwide network of suppliers and forwarders

Software

Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, Internet, Power Point)

Confident SAP KEY USER

Outlook

Seasoft

Power Bi

MarineTraffic

Danaos Web (email)

Danaos Supply Module / Protocol Module

ProcureShip

Timeline

Purchasing Manager

Petrochem General Management
10.2024 - Current

Spare Parts Manager

Petrochem General Management
10.2022 - 10.2024

Master of Science - New Technologies in Shipping And Transportation

University Of West Attica
10.2017 - 10.2020

Senior Spares and Lubricants Operator

Minerva Marine Inc.
05.2016 - 10.2022

Marine Logistics Coordinator

GAC Marine Logistics
05.2015 - 05.2016

Sales Promoter

JTI (JAPAN TOBACCO INTERNATIONAL)
11.2014 - 04.2015

English-as-a-Second-Language Education

Michigan Certificate Of Proficiency In English (EC
09.2014 - 05.2015

Store Manager

Café Central, Chios
10.2007 - 08.2013

Bachelor of Science - Department of Shipping, Trade And Transport

University Of Aegean
09.2007 - 11.2013

Languages

English (Certificate of Proficiency ) and French (2005, Delf B1)

Football

1998-2006

Captain of the Ionikos Boy’s Soccer team

In this role I was responsible for organizing and controlling the team while on court. In addition, I helped implement the strategies laid down by the coach and mediated between the referee and the team. Overall, I acted as role model for my team. This experience helped me develop the following skills :

· providing leadership and inspiring a group

· liaising between the group members and other actors

· helping smooth out conflicts and strengthen team spirit

· planning and organizing training sessions and external team activities

· following with commitment a healthy life style and maintaining focus on achieving objectives

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