This is a temporary position available until July 2027.

This position will be Gourock based with a hybrid working model in place which will see a minimum of 2-3 days in the office

Role Overview

The Contracts and Supplier Coordinator reporting to the Senior Contracts and Supplier Manager within the Supply Chain team will provide key support in managing the Warranty and Guarantee process to ensure CalMac gains maximum value from all contractual arrangements.

You will work closely with technical superintendents, vessel management teams, internal specialists and external partners including vessel owners, ship repair yards and suppliers. This role also supports wider business reporting and compliance requirements.

A full UK driving licence is essential, as the position requires travel to supplier locations when needed.

What you will be doing

Managing the day to day Warranty and Guarantee process
Making sure all claim information and documentation is accurate and submitted on time
Preparing updates and reports for key stakeholders
Working with Solution Owners to gather the information needed for successful claims
Tracking key performance indicators for warranty and guarantee activity
Monitoring defect reports and safety meetings to identify potential claims
Supporting supplier actions and negotiations with Contracts and Supplier Managers
Keeping warranty documentation organised and accessible
Attending supplier, shipyard and technical project meetings, sometimes chairing sessions during annual overhaul periods
Maintaining the supplier management toolkit with accurate records of actions, commitments and progress
Working with Finance to ensure recovered funds are recorded correctly
Coordinating administration for the Annual Overhaul programme
Supporting the wider team with additional duties when required.

What we are looking for

Ideally HNC level qualification in a business or commercial subject, or relevant experience in a marine or engineering environment
Strong understanding of commercial and contract management activities
Ability to build positive working relationships internally and externally
A full UK driving licence
Experience or awareness of marine contracting practices is helpful
Confident analytical and problem solving skills
Strong communication and influencing abilities
Good collaboration skills with a practical approach
Excellent MS Office skills, especially Excel, Power BI, SharePoint and PowerPoint
Able to turn discussions into clear, actionable notes
Marine industry experience is beneficial but not essential.

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