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 incumbent is responsible for sourcing, analyzing, and negotiating goods and services for an area inwhich they specialize such as such as food, beverage, technical, IT, etc. They require comprehensiveknowledge of specialized commodities in order to influence customers and suppliers in procurementdecision of complex/critical goods and services.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Research suppliers from a variety of usual and unusual sources. Develops a procurement and negotiation strategy based on few variables Performs moderately complex price analysis based on few variables and confers with suppliers toobtain product or service information such as price, availability, and delivery schedule Negotiates price, availability, and works with Logistics to define transportation and deliveryschedule. (i.e., ordering and storing schedule) Manages supplier performance to ensure consistent service, high quality, and low costs ofgoods/services Works independently with minimum supervision and freedom of decision within guidelines. Seeksguidance from management on unusual situations May provide guidance to Buyer I/II May travel to attend trade shows, audit suppliers, visit ships for loadings, repositioning etc. Performs other duties as required. This job description in no way states or implies that these arethe only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will berequired to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management
Education, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. 5+ years related procurement experience or specialized technical experience. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and priorities. Negotiation and analytical skills required. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a multicultural environment with all levelsof employees and management. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel and PowerPoint Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions,and percentages. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers,clients, customers, and the public. Affinity for food is preffered
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements employees mustmeet to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing job functions the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, write, review andtype reports, compile data, operate a pc, communicate, listen, and assess information. Theemployee may move about the office complex, may travel to other office locations, and may lift,push, pull or move 10 -15 pounds. Visual requirements include distant, close and color vision, andability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The environment includes workinside/outside the office. Position has travel averaging 5 to 10 percent of the time.
We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions.
Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon.
It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.