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What this role is
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. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
- Contract Negotiation
- Coupa
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- SAP
- Strategic Sourcing
- Supplier Relationship Management
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What they ask for
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