Senior Manager, Marine Procurement

Royal Caribbean Group; Weybridge; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cruise line in Weybridge is seeking a Senior Manager for Marine Procurement. In this role, you will manage procurement activities, develop strategies for operational efficiency, and lead a team of buyers. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and substantial experience in procurement, preferably within the maritime industry. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, alongside opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Life assurance cover

Cruise request program

On-site gym

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement and supply chain in maritime or cruise line.
• Ability to negotiate complex requests effectively.
• Experience in personnel management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate staff activities in Technical Procurement.
• Develop and implement category strategies.
• Provide training and guidance to buyers.

Skills

Managerial experience in a cruise line

Financial management

Ability to manage staff

Knowledge of customer service principles

Proficient in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Technical Field

Job description

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Senior Manager, Marine Procurement, Weybridge

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Client:

Royal Caribbean Group

Location:

Weybridge, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Position Summary

The Senior Manger Technical Procurement is responsible for managing and coordinating the activities of all assigned staff in fulfilling the goals and objectives of the Technical Procurement function. The Senior Manger Technical Procurement is responsible for the content, implementation and execution of Technical Procurement Standard Operating Procedures for the entire fleet. This position is responsible for ensuring the ships operation is not interrupted by the delivery of technical goods and services to the vessels.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and implement category strategies and goals for the assigned categories to achieve department and business goals.

Lead efforts to identify operational efficiency opportunities for all categories under management Ensures strategic supplier sourcing methods are developed and implemented to effectively support evolving business requirements.

Develop enhanced supplier measurement metrics to improve performance and value Partner with internal stakeholders to proactively problem solve and prioritise initiatives.

Plans, organises, and controls activities related to the assigned Category functions Oversees the assignment of duties to employees.

Provides objective feedback and development plans for each employee.

Approves personnel actions such as new hire requests and terminations to ensure proper staffing.

Negotiate complex requests for equipment and services from suppliers and subcontractors.

Active content contributor to Technical Purchasing SQMs

Serve as primary contact for all Category related issues.

Provide management support , training and guidance to Manila, UK and Miami Buyers.

Performs other duties as required. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management.

Financial Responsibilities:

Responsible for Purchase order approval limit $100k Responsible for spend of approximately $350 million of contracted and non-contracted items. Ensures orders are compliant and processed based on total cost of ownership

Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Technical Field from an accredited college, university or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Skills:

Managerial experience in a cruise line or maritime environment related to purchasing and /or supply chain function.

Ability to manage the financial aspects of the assigned procurement functions including the successful identification of expense reduction through cost efficiencies.

Ability to manage headcount within area.

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal service including needs assessment techniques, quality service standards alternate delivery systems and customer satisfaction evaluation.

Knowledge of policies and practices involved in the Human Resources function.

Ability to manage staff in a positive and productive manner by motivating, developing and managing employees as they work.

Ability to utilise and administer the disciplinary action process through coaching and counseling to improve performance or terminate employment.

Ability to read and write English to understand and interpret written procedures.

This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal form and to effectively respond to questions from management, coworkers, shipboard employees and vendors.

Ability to present initiatives and hold discussions at both Company Officer and President level

Physical Demands:

While performing job functions the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch and crawl. Additionally the employee is required to write, review and type reports, compile data, operate a pc, communicate, listen, and assess information. The employee may move about the office complex, work aboard ships and may travel to other office locations. Able to lift, push, pull or move 10-15 pounds and occasionally 25 pounds. The employee is required to walk to the dock, ascend and descend the vessel. This position regularly travels domestically and internationally. Visual requirements include distant, close and colour vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The environment includes work inside/outside the office, travel to other offices, as well as domestic, international, and shipboard travel. A high noise level is possible if visiting shipboard or offsite locations. Ability to travel an estimated 60% of the time. This position requires the ability to work in both an office and marine (ship) environment. As mentioned before, this position requires an office space where private conversations can take place in order to protect the confidentiality of our patients.

What we Offer. At Royal Caribbean Group, we are client-centric but put people first. We have a culture where everyone is trusted and valued in equal measure, whatever your role in the company. We are propelled by people. Our employees and crew are the driving force behind our success. Our aim is to recruit, develop and retain world class people, who come to Royal Caribbean to do the best work of their careers.

We are committed to employee development, and you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the most experienced people in the business. We regularly reward and promote success, encouraging staff to take on new challenges and responsibilities to aid progression.

Our remuneration package includes our competitive pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover to name a few. In addition, every permanent member of staff that works at Royal Caribbean is eligible for our cruise request program and friends & family cruise discounts.

With good transport links to our modern offices in Surrey, we have plenty of free parking, a free shuttle bus from the train station, on-site restaurant, and on-site gym. We take a flexible approach to work. We currently work a combination of days in the office and work from home.

Come join the team - Journey with us, succeed with us, grow with us.