Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.

 

ABOUT THE COMPANY

 

Silversea is the defining name in luxurious cruise travel by distinguishing itself in the ultra-luxury market with its elegant, all-suite ships, all-inclusive pricing, worldwide itineraries and genuine hospitality. All our ships feature spacious, ocean-view suites with butler service, and most include private verandas, meaning you can sip your champagne from the comfort of your deck while watching the vistas beyond. Whether you want to gaze at icebergs or palm trees, the choice is yours. Our ships sail pole-to-pole to over 900 destinations on all seven continents, leaving (almost) no part of coastline uncovered.  We are proud of our reputation as the "World's Best" cruise line and seek individuals who take personal pride in their work to join our award-winning team.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

 

The Purchasing Agent reports to the Supply Chain Manager and is responsible for the full process from ship request to final invoice for one or more vessels. It includes but is not limited to monitoring and processing vessel requests, RFO's, purchase orders and invoices as per the vessel loading schedules for food & beverage items, hotel consumables and other hotel equipment as needed. Assures the implementation of Company procedures and standards.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

• Monitors and processes vessel requests, RFO's, purchase orders, warehouse transfers and invoices for one or more vessels as per the vessel loading schedules.
• Deals with suppliers, consolidators, freight forwarders & agents and vessels to ensure correct deliveries.
• Sources alternatives where needed.
• Maintains accurate documentation for all processed orders.
• Communicates any issues with deliveries before and after loading with the concerned parties, and ensures the purchasing system is updated accordingly.
• Assists accounting with resolving invoice & purchase order discrepancies.
• Processes special guest requests, liaising with vessel, Special Services and hotel operations to ensure requested items are made available to guest whenever possible.
• Performs other work-related tasks as assigned by their supervisor.