# Sr. Manager, Indirect Category (Marketing)

Hiring organization: [Norwegian Cruise Line](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/norwegian-cruise-line)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/1f5cb093-5b90-4def-8def-6bd33afd6272

Listed on Norwegian Cruise Line's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Miami, FL

## Summary

This senior manager role oversees global procurement strategy for a cruise line's $300M+ annual marketing spend across creative agencies, media, events, and related categories. It suits experienced procurement leaders who can balance cost optimization with creative business needs while managing complex supplier relationships across multiple brands and regions.

_Our summary, not Norwegian Cruise Line's wording._

## Skills named

Contract Negotiation, Coupa, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, SAP, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management

## Required

- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or Business
- Minimum 8 years of strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier relationship management experience
- 5+ years of marketing or related category experience
- Working knowledge of automated logistics and purchasing systems (MXP or SAP preferred)
- Strategic sourcing methodology expertise
- Global cross-functional team leadership experience
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Knowledge of Procure-to-Pay systems

## Nice to have

- MBA or equivalent
- Nationally recognized professional certification (e.g., Certified Purchasing Manager)
- Cruise line industry experience
- Duty-Free sector knowledge
- Coupa or Oracle proficiency
- Change management and consulting expertise

Apply on Norwegian Cruise Line's site: https://nclh.wd108.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NCL_Shoreside_Careers/job/Miami-Florida/Sr-Manager--Category_JR01961