Director, Strategic Sourcing Logistics

Carnival Corporation•Miami, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Strategic Sourcing Logistics is responsible for leading a team to develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives for Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, and Seabourn, as well as supporting global efforts across all Carnival brands. This role focuses on securing optimal sourcing opportunities that deliver value, drive cost savings, enhance service levels, ensure supply continuity, and mitigate supply chain risks. The Director will collaborate closely with procurement, operations, and supply chain teams to achieve these objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, expertise in logistics sourcing, and a proven track record in supply chain management.

Requirements

Leadership, lead by influence, exemplary project management skills, ability to negotiate complex business deals. critical thinking, strategy, analysis, interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, prioritize changing workload requests
Extensive supply chain experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives - applying best practices, developing category management strategy, utilizing the seven-step sourcing methodology, negotiation plans & expertise in influencing business strategy and supplier relations
Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to influence others and interact professionally with all levels of the organization – can interface independently and effectively with peers in other departments / brands with an emphasis on being results oriented.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize changing workload requests to meet deadlines.
Strong, proven analytical skills (data analysis fundamentals).
Proven ability to lead and motivate a team. “go getter”, driven, capable of working with little supervision.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; champion of change management; strong planning/project management skills.
Utilizes quality management skills to ensure all procedures and work activities conform to work specifications and standards.
Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment
Demonstrated analytical skill set including financial cost analysis; should cost and total cost of ownership; Working knowledge of eRFX tools.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin., Supply Chain, Finance, Hospitality, or other applicable discipline
Experience in Logistics either with sourcing or working within a Logistics operation..
10 + years’ experience in Strategic Sourcing / Procurement with 3-5+ years in a leadership position preferred.
Supply chain experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives - applying best practices, developing category management strategy, utilizing the seven-step sourcing methodology, negotiation plans & expertise in influencing business strategy and supplier relations.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint and creating action-oriented presentations

Nice To Haves

CPSM/CPM or comparable is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Delivering best value for Carnival by partnering with logistics providers including: Trucking, Ocean Freight, Logistics Service Providers, Air Freight, storage and warehouse facilities, lane and equipment optimization, import/export and tariff impacts and global markets for these services.
Provide oversight to all strategic sourcing initiatives across the portfolio.
Utilize the 7-step sourcing process for large and complex projects.
Develop annual savings plan and pipeline.
Deliver results for performance goals and measurements.
Provide oversight and manage key supplier relationships and contracts across the four (4) North America brands.
Develop a supplier relationship management process for key suppliers and hold quarterly business reviews.
Ensure a smooth transition of contracts to procurement operations

Benefits

Health Benefits: Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
Financial Benefits: 401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion.
Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
Other Benefits
Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus