MOHAMMED HESHAM THANGAL

• Successfully handled end-to-end procurement for the conversion of an oil tanker vessel into a bitumen carrier, by sourcing and supplying all required materials and equipment.
• Built and maintained strong supplier networks with trusted manufacturers like YANMAR, WARTSILA, CUMMINS, DAIHATSU, WUXI, ensuring high-quality marine engines and spare parts with on-time delivery.
• Conducted dry dock vessel visits to verify technical supplies and equipment availability, while collaborating with vessel captains and technical superintendents to meet operational needs.
• Played a key role in the vessel takeover process from the Europe region, by arranging and delivering complete vessel requirements through seamless coordination with agents.
• Procured technical spares, stores, services, and lube oils as per vessel requisitions and voyage plans, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Sourced competitive quotations from trusted suppliers, conducted price and quality evaluations, and negotiated for optimal pricing.
• Issued purchase orders in coordination with ship owners, adhering to budget guidelines and procurement policies.
• Consolidated multiple orders to minimize freight charges and arranged timely delivery to vessels at various global ports. (India, Malaysia, Vietnam, Sri Lanka, etc.)
• Monitored shipment tracking, followed up with suppliers, and ensured on-time delivery of spares and stores.
• Prepared manifests, updated vessel agents, and informed vessels prior to port arrivals.
• Evaluated supplier performance and ensured invoice processing and payment clearance as per vendor agreements.
• Maintained accurate procurement records, policies, and system updates using ERP software.

• Managed procurement operations for PSV, AHTS, and Accommodation vessels under the supervision of the Technical Superintendent and Director, serving prestigious clients like Qatar Energy, ADNOC, Total Energies, and Saipem.
• Handled daily purchasing activities, including requisition processing, quotation evaluation, order placement, and shipment follow-ups to ensure timely delivery.
• Sourced, negotiated, and procured marine spares, stores, and consumables from local and international vendors at competitive rates.
• Maintained ROB reports for ship stores and spares, with proper documentation in the ERP system for seamless tracking.
• Acted as the key liaison with vessel captains and shore personnel to fulfil vessel requirements while ensuring cost-effective procurement solutions.
• Coordinated with service providers for vessel repairs, certificate renewals, and inspections including LSA/FFA and ship sanitation certificates.
• Periodically visited vessels to maintain direct communication with the crew and strengthen vendor-vessel relationships.
• Supported operations and logistics teams by preparing daily, weekly, and monthly reports for vessel activities.
• Organized port logistics, including cranes, loading equipment, and vessel supply consolidation to minimize freight costs.
• Monitored and tracked overseas shipments to align delivery with vessel port calls in a cost-effective manner.
• Arranged crew travel logistics and prepared welcome packages for incoming crews.
• Managed vessel inward and outward clearance documentation for vessel movements between Dubai and Qatar while ensuring compliance with port regulations.
• Provided weekly and monthly procurement reports to ship owners and technical teams.