Sr. Manager – Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain & Engineering

The hands on position leads and manages a North America strategic sourcing team of 4 plus teammates to implement and execute sourcing strategies for technical spend. The technical spend includes spares, consumables, and services in areas such as Diesel Generators, Life-saving equipment, Fire & Safety, Tools and MRO, Electrical Distribution, Elevators, Galley Equipment, Refrigeration and HVAC Systems, etc. The total spend for categories under scope is expected to be multi millions annually and includes both operating expenses and capital expenditures.

The position works closely with cross-functional stakeholder teams across various operating companies and uses a 7-step sourcing process to develop strategies that deliver breakthrough change. This position requires deep sourcing expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to influence cross-brand stakeholders in a fast paced global environment.

• Strategic Sourcing & Continuous Improvement:
  • Develop & execute both short and long-term strategic sourcing plans for North American brands and implement actions to achieve results.
  • Leverage North American volume, knowledge and relationships to improve terms, cost and supply chain performance.
  • Track, meet, and report on the cost innovation targets on a regular basis.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders on strategic projects to determine business requirements, assess supply markets, develop a sourcing strategy, obtain approval and alignment, execute the strategy, and develop a transition and change management plan as needed.
  • Lead Supplier Relationship Program for the strategic supplier base. Hold suppliers accountable to performance, delivery, quality, cost, innovation, and other KPI metrics.
  • Participate in and lead North America brands’ participation in Carnival Corporation's Corporate sourcing initiatives.
  • Participate or lead conversations with senior leaders internally and externally about strategic sourcing opportunities and build collaborative engagement.
  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements, promoting best practices, and fostering a culture of operational excellence.
• Staff Management & Development:
  • Provides formal supervision to individual employees in the technical sourcing team.
  • Recommends staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action & termination.
  • Prepares and delivers performance appraisals for staff.
  • Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies.
  • Continuously improves the skill level of the team.
• Customer Service:
  • Monitors, tracks, and reports Strategic Sourcing Team’s performance on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis to client groups and Supply Chain Management, and takes corrective action as needed to meet targets, goals and deadlines.
  • Networks and communicates frequently with shore and ship customer organizations to build effective working relationships. Is viewed as trusted business partner. Solicits customer feedback for performance improvements and discusses feedback with direct reports.
• Compliance & Sustainability:
  • Ensure adherence to international maritime regulations and company sourcing and procurement policies.
  • Support sustainability initiatives through responsible sourcing and supplier engagement.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in sourcing or procurement, ideally within a technical or engineering-focused environment.
• Proven track record of successful contract negotiations and supplier management.
• Experience in implementing sustainability initiatives within the supply chain.

• This role plays a critical role within the North America strategic sourcing team, responsible for managing the technical spend across NA brands covering both operating expenses and capital expenditures. The position has a significant impact on the company's sourcing strategies and operations, working closely with cross-functional stakeholder teams across various operating companies.
• The role requires addressing complex sourcing challenges, such as negotiating with suppliers, managing supplier performance, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of technical goods and services. It develops and implements strategies that drive breakthrough changes with cross-brand stakeholders in a fast-paced global environment.
• The role has a substantial impact on the company's financial performance by optimizing the sourcing of technical goods and services. It also contributes to the overall success of the company's supply chain function by ensuring the availability of critical technical components and services necessary for the smooth operation of the business.
• The position requires strong leadership skills to manage its own team, providing guidance and development opportunities to foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.…