Senior Lead, Dry-Dock Technical Procurement

Royal Caribbean Group; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cruise and Travel Privileges

Health and Wellness Benefits

401(k) + Employer Contribution (US)

Job summary

Royal Caribbean Group is seeking a Sr. Lead, Technical Procurement to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management for dry-dock projects in a fast-paced maritime environment. The role reports to the Director, Technical Procurement and is based onsite in Miami.

The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams, translate complex specifications into sourcing packages, and optimize costs while upholding quality and schedule compliance across shipyards and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 5+ years in a procurement leadership role with complex sourcing.
• Experience in cruise line or maritime shipping environment preferred.
• Strong analytical, cost-structure and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships and shipyard projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement activities across shipyards and suppliers for dry dock projects.
• Translate specifications into structured sourcing packages for RFPs.
• Support cost optimization targets and timely delivery of projects.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage COW/SOWs and contracts.
• Lead cross-functional teams and drive procurement excellence.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Project Management tools

Job description

Royal Caribbean Group is seeking a Sr. Lead, Technical Procurement to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management for dry-dock projects in a fast-paced maritime environment. The role reports to the Director, Technical Procurement and is based onsite in Miami.

The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams, translate complex specifications into sourcing packages, and optimize costs while upholding quality and schedule compliance across shipyards and suppliers.