Procurement Category Manager

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Your Purpose

The Procurement Category Manager is responsible for supporting the development of the sourcing strategy across all relevant procurement categories. This role ensures that the Company secures the best possible options in terms of product quality, cost, availability, and standards, while also ensuring that project timelines and deliverables are met in the areas of Technical categories such as: Engine, Deck, Refurbishment, It, Show and Multimedia, Marine Operation.
Aligned with MSC Cruises' strategic category objectives, the Procurement Manager plays a key role in supporting technical procurement, utilizing comprehensive data analysis, reporting, supplier management, and workflow coordination to optimize procurement operations and ensure effective ERP system implementation.
This position works closely with local supply chain and with Procurement Office UK.
Occasional overseas travel may be required based on project needs, and all applicants must have US work authorization.

Your Impact

Directly reporting to the Procurement Director, the Procurement Category Manager - Technical will be based in the Miami office and will be responsible for:.
* Leading and managing key aspects of procurement activities for fleet operational enhancements
* Leading strategic and tactical sourcing activity, including driving the further implementation of the e-procurement initiative.
* Continuous improvement of supply chains including preferential delivery terms and strategic stock positioning as required
* Establishing sub-category plans across Technical, identifying short-, medium- and long-term Procurement strategies
* Managing and reporting procurement project activity, ensuring clear visibility of status and milestones
* Analysing spend data through dashboard reporting
* Supplier and supply chain development, through SRM initiatives, ensuring best practice solutions on an ongoing basis
* Liaising with the procurement teams in the Head office (UK) and Service provider (Sorrento), to ensure alignment in procurement strategy and delivery
* Negotiating with external providers to obtain the most cost-effective agreement for products and services on time and to the agreed specification
* Supporting market research and supplier evaluation to identify best suited products and suppliers in terms of value, delivery schedules and quality
* Ensure that the import and export of all products is in line with customs regulations and local laws and procedures
* Identifying current and future category spend patterns as well as monitoring the market and benchmarking costs.
* Support the department with knowledge and knowhow on procurement best practice relating to the cruise industry, similar markets and further afield.
* From time to time, the Procurement Category Manager may be required to work on additional procurement projects and tasks that may fall outside of this scope
* Manages the procurement database, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
* Supervises the management of product codes to ensure precise categorization, timely update and effective tracking

Your Journey so far

* Minimum 5 years experience within a similar role for a shipping company or other cruise line
* Environment: Experience in managing and maintaining large, complex databases, data accuracy and integrity
* Experience in managing multi category procurement spend
* Knowledge of cruise market and associated products and suppliers
* PC literacy with proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel, such as vlookup, pivot tables etc
* Strong ERP system knowledge
* Ability to travel overseas as required
* Strong communication and negotiation skills, leading by example and leading / training stakeholders accordingly
* Competence 1: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Competence 2: Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
* Competence 3: Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
* Competence 4: Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and integrity.

Your Essentials

* US Passport or US Permanent Resident
* MSC Cruises is an E-Verify employer

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here