Global Port Operations Manager — Vendors & Budgets

Princess Cruises; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cruise and Travel Privileges for You &

Health Benefits

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training & Professional Development

Tuition & Professional CertificationRe

Rewards & Incentives

Job summary

Princess Cruises is seeking a Manager of Port Operations to lead global port services, coordinating with vendors and local authorities to ensure timely and cost-effective vessel support. The role involves managing budgets, planning itineraries, and building partnerships with communities across regions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in maritime studies, business or logistics and has 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in port or marine operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in management or leadership roles with increasing responsibility, preferably in port-related management or marine operations.
• Strong vendor management and budget oversight skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage port operations across regions, ensuring timely vendor services within budget.
• Coordinate with vendors, authorities and stakeholders; monitor SLAs and performance.
• Oversee annual budgets and port expense processing, with regular financial reviews.
• Plan vessel deployments and itineraries in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Build professional relationships with local communities and represent the company at events.
• Ensure waste oversight and alignment with sustainability targets.

Skills

Vendor management

Budget oversight

Maritime operations

Leadership

Education

BS/BA in Maritime Studies, Business Administration, logistics

Job description

Princess Cruises is seeking a Manager of Port Operations to lead global port services, coordinating with vendors and local authorities to ensure timely and cost-effective vessel support. The role involves managing budgets, planning itineraries, and building partnerships with communities across regions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in maritime studies, business or logistics and has 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in port or marine operations.