Global F&B Procurement Lead

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Caribbean Group seeks a Lead, Food and Beverage Procurement to drive strategic sourcing for goods and services across our fleet and shoreside operations. You will research suppliers, negotiate prices, and develop long-term procurement plans that align with business goals.

The role requires a BA/BS in business or related field and 5+ years of procurement experience, with strong Excel skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field; international equivalence considered.
• 5+ years procurement experience or specialized technical experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and priorities.
• Negotiation and analytical skills required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate across levels in a multicultural environment.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to present information to suppliers and staff at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex price analysis and develops strategies for dynamic market conditions.
• Develops procurement and negotiation strategies; negotiates price, availability, transport and delivery.
• Makes negotiation decisions in high volatility situations based on market variables.
• Analyzes market data to inform negotiations, strategies and plans.
• Communicates strategies and cost impacts to upper management.
• Attends industry trade shows and conferences.
• Follows procurement policy and drives change.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

MS Excel

Multicultural communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Royal Caribbean Group seeks a Lead, Food and Beverage Procurement to drive strategic sourcing for goods and services across our fleet and shoreside operations. You will research suppliers, negotiate prices, and develop long-term procurement plans that align with business goals.

The role requires a BA/BS in business or related field and 5+ years of procurement experience, with strong Excel skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.