Strategic Sourcing Manager - Hotel (Remote) - Driving Growth and Innovation with Carnival Corporation

Join the Carnival Corporation Team as a Strategic Sourcing Manager - Hotel (Remote)

We are excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager - Hotel to join our dynamic team at Carnival Corporation. As a leader in the hospitality and cruise industry, we offer a unique and rewarding work environment that combines innovation, growth, and fun. This is a remote position with an immediate start, offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

About Carnival Corporation

Carnival Corporation is a global leader in the hospitality and cruise industry, operating a fleet of ships designed to foster exceptionally safe, fun, and memorable vacation experiences. Our company is built on a foundation of integrity, honesty, and respect for others, with a strong commitment to promoting an ethical and compliant culture. We value diversity, inclusion, and trust, and strive to create a positive and fun work environment.

Job Summary

As a Strategic Sourcing Manager - Hotel, you will play a critical role in driving strategic sourcing efforts for a portfolio of hotel operational spend categories. You will analyze spend, stay up-to-date with industry and supplier trends, and develop effective strategies to deliver value creation, innovation, and savings. This is a leadership role that requires strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, as well as the ability to influence business strategy and supplier relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an integrated strategic sourcing process across assigned categories, utilizing a 7-step strategic sourcing process.
• Analyze spend, identify trends, and develop effective strategies to deliver value creation, innovation, and savings.
• Negotiate multi-million-dollar contracts with suppliers, engaging with stakeholders at the VP and SVP level.
• Manage contracts and key supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization, including hotel operational teams, to understand business needs and develop effective sourcing strategies.
• Develop and implement multi-year growth plans for assigned categories, with a focus on commercial awareness and trend analysis.
• Manage a significant spend portfolio, with oversight of $100-200M in Opex/CapEx.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Hospitality, or a related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing, category management, or a related field.
• Proven track record of success in influencing business strategy and supplier relations.

Skills and Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and problem-solve.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in data analysis and financial modeling.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to influence others.
• Strong knowledge of contracting and procurement best practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment, with a focus on results and deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPSM or CPM certification preferred.
• Experience in the hospitality or cruise industry.
• Strong knowledge of industry trends and supplier landscape.

What We Offer

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $75,900 - $110,000 per year.
• Annual cash bonus program.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and holidays.

Perks and Learning Opportunities

• Complimentary stand-by cruises and employee discounts on confirmed cruises.
• Personal and professional learning and development resources, including tuition reimbursement.
• On-site preschool program, wellness center, and health clinic at our Miami campus.

Why Join Us?

At Carnival Corporation, we offer a unique and rewarding work environment that combines innovation, growth, and fun. Our company is built on a foundation of integrity, honesty, and respect for others, with a strong commitment to promoting an ethical and compliant culture. We value diversity, inclusion, and trust, and strive to create a positive and fun work environment. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

How to Apply

If you are a highly skilled and experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager - Hotel looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to hearing from you!