Manager Sr., Strategic Sourcing Indirect (Corporate)

Holland America Group•Miami, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sr. Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect will lead and manage sourcing strategies for indirect (e.g., Professional Services, HR, Marketing/Media, Facilities, etc.) across our North America brands. The position is responsible for delivering value, optimizing commercial structures, improving service outcomes, mitigating business and contractual risk, and partnering with stakeholders to support strategic initiatives. The position works closely with cross functional stakeholder teams across various North America operating brands and uses a 7-step sourcing process to interpret and operationalize strategies that deliver breakthrough change. This role acts as a trusted advisor and requires someone with leadership experience, sourcing expertise, business savvy, and the ability to influence spend decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain or other applicable disciplines
Advanced spreadsheet and numerical analysis skills including financial cost analysis; should cost and total cost of ownership; Working knowledge of spend analytics and eRFX tools.
Proven ability to lead complex negotiations and develop commercial structures that optimize value, quality, and risk for high‑impact professional services engagements.
Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to build category strategies, assess market trends, and provide executive-ready recommendations.
Demonstrated leadership in guiding cross-functional stakeholders—including senior business partners—toward aligned decisions without direct supervisory authority.
Strong contracting knowledge, including scope development, outcome‑based SOW structures, service levels, and risk mitigation terms.
Ability to independently manage a portfolio of high-value sourcing initiatives and competing priorities in a fast-paced, multi-brand environment.
Effective communicator with strong interpersonal influence; drives stakeholder adoption of sourcing strategies, standards, and governance models.
Champion of process and continuous improvement, capable of developing templates, playbooks, and sourcing tools to elevate organizational maturity.
Self-driven, results-focused, and able to operate with minimal oversight while maintaining high quality, accuracy, and compliance to standards.
Skilled in planning, project management, and supplier performance leadership, including governance frameworks and KPI/SLA monitoring.
7+ years’ relevant experience in sourcing or procurement ideally withinin the travel and service industry.

Nice To Haves

CPSM preferred but NOT REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute short‑ and long‑term strategic sourcing plans for indirect categories across brands, aligned with enterprise objectives.
Use market insights and supplier capabilities to identify opportunities that improve service quality, commercial value, and performance.
Lead financial and analytical assessments (total cost, benchmarks, commercial models) to support decision-making and drive competitive advantage.
Partner with stakeholders to define requirements, structure complex service engagements, lead competitive events, and negotiate commercial terms through contract execution.
Lead supplier relationship management for key partners, ensuring performance, delivery of outcomes, and continuous improvement against established KPIs and SLAs.
Lead or participate in strategic discussions with senior internal leaders to identify sourcing opportunities and build alignment on category strategies.
Drive continuous improvement by enhancing sourcing processes, governance frameworks, and best practices that support operational

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
401(k) plan that includes a company match
Employee Stock Purchase plan
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.
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