purchasing manager

chief procurement officer

procurement manager

Leeds Professional Resources

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 A leading national supply chain organization within the food service industry is seeking a Purchasing Manager to support sourcing and supplier management for high-volume product categories. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, data-driven environment supporting one of the nation&rsquo;s most recognized restaurant systems.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for maintaining a continuous supply of competitively priced products while optimizing supplier relationships and contract performance. This position will play a key role in negotiating pricing and supply agreements, managing supplier capacity, and ensuring consistent quality, cost, and service standards across a large network.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Negotiate and execute supplier agreements, ensuring best-in-class pricing, service, and reliability.
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 Develop and manage supply matrices that optimize landed product costs across distribution centers.
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 Monitor pricing compliance, cost adjustments, and supplier performance to maintain transparency and consistency.
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 Conduct regular supplier business reviews, assessing financial stability, capacity, and quality metrics.
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 Partner with internal departments to support product launches, promotions, and inventory transitions.
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 Coordinate production timelines and communication across supply chain partners.
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 Provide strategic recommendations on sourcing initiatives and long-term category planning.
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 Present purchasing programs and updates to internal stakeholders and leadership.
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 Qualifications
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.
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 4&ndash;6 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.
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 Strong negotiation and contract management skills with a focus on vendor relationships and cost control.
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 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP or supply chain systems.
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 Exceptional communication, analytical, and organizational skills with high attention to detail.
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 Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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 If you&rsquo;re a driven procurement professional ready to make an impact in a dynamic, nationally recognized organization, we&rsquo;d love to connect. Apply today!
 
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Purchasing Manager

Florida International University

<div>
 
 
 About FIU
 
 
 
 
 Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 
 The Chief Procurement Officer is responsible for the strategic vision, leadership, planning and management of the procurement function of the University. Leads and oversees all aspects of the university's purchasing, contracting, and supplier management. This executive-level position is a key member of the Chief Financial Officer's (CFO) financial management team and is the principal procurement official for the university. This position represents the university in meetings with other entities in pursuit of procurement cooperation and coordination for the benefit of the university.
 
 
 
 Additional Duties Include:
 
 
 
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 Develops and implements a vision and strategy for the procurement organization. Performs long term strategic planning, goal setting, benchmarking and performance measurements to optimize procurement effectiveness and value.
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 Develops, reviews, evaluates and enforces University-wide procurement policies and procedures. Interprets Federal, State, Board of Governors and Board of Trustees laws, statutes, rules and regulations relating to purchases for the University. Ensures adherence to contract law and maintains the highest ethical standards, managing risks associated with laws including but not limited to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Effectively communicate purchasing policies and procedures to supervised personnel and other FIU departments.
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 Oversees supplier onboarding, record maintenance and strategic relationship management according to best practices, including categorizing suppliers. Conducts regular supplier performance evaluations and actively engages with key suppliers to cultivate robust and reliable relationships. Addresses supply risks and ensures continuity by developing contingency plans.
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 Oversees market assessments, competitive solicitations, bid strategy development and supplier negotiations. Designs negotiation strategies or advises stakeholders on negotiating strategies and techniques. Negotiates contracts and leads contract development for complex service contracts and the acquisition of high dollar value purchases that support a wide variety of University needs. Enforces and monitors contractual compliance, and promotes transparency, fairness and integrity in the process of procuring, evaluating and awarding university contracts. Reviews and provides input on bid protests or contract claims, with final determinations made by University's legal counsel.
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 Identifies cost-saving opportunities while promoting improvements in quality, service and delivery through rigorous analysis of spend data, market dynamics, product changes and supplier performance information. Creates and presents business cases and recommendations to the CFO.
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 Responsible for the development, management and tracking of all university procurement and spend metrics. Delivers regular procurement reports with analysis and recommendations to the CFO. Oversees the preparation of reports to university constituents, suppliers and state and federal regulatory agencies. Responds to inquiries and concerns related to procurement policies, procedures and services.
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 Manages the entire procurement process, including procurement, purchasing compliance, contract management, purchasing card solutions and printing services.
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 Assesses procurement technology systems to minimize lead times and errors and enable easy data analysis. Continually evaluates and updates business processes for maximum efficiency within a compliant framework.
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 Builds collaborative relationships with campus stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure a high-quality, service-oriented procurement approach. Serves as a trusted advisor to win over hesitant departments and demonstrate how their purchasing goals can be met while minimizing legal, accreditation, financial or public relations risk. Formulates, in conjunction with using departments, short-term and long-term strategic procurement plans in order to maximize buying power and minimize inefficiencies. Encourages collaboration between the procurement team and other departments to improve decision-making and efficiency. Ensures the procurement team delivers best-in-class service by establishing service level standards, monitoring and evaluating staff performance, conducting regular staff meetings (in groups and one-on-one) to align performance and deliverables, evaluating workloads and providing regular training and upskilling for staff.
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 Supervise the formulation and administration of the department's annual operating budget.
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 Creates training programs to onboard end-user to new systems and processes. Collaborates with the Division of IT and the Division of Human Resources on systems and processes implementation, training and change management, as needed.
 
 
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 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Master's degree in an appropriate specialization and six years of experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate specialization and eight years of experience.
 
 
 
 
 Desired Qualifications
 
 
 
 
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 Professional procurement certifications issued by the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) or the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) are preferred.
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 Knowledge and experience with principles and practices of purchasing for a large university or public organization.
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 Knowledge of Florida state law as it relates to procurement
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 Demonstrated knowledge and a thorough understanding of principles of general procurement practices, UCC, business and contract law and federal procurement regulations.
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 Demonstrated advanced experience in drafting, negotiating, and administering complex public solicitations.
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 Familiarity with uniform guidance.
 
 
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 Job Category
 
 
 
 Administrative
 
 
 
 Advertised Salary
 
 
 
 Starting at $165,000, salary is commensurate with education and experience.
 
 
 
 Work Schedule
 
 
 
 Begin time: 8:30 AM
 
 
 End time: 5:00 PM
 
 
 
 
 Pre-Employment Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Criminal Background Check
 
 
 
 
 How To Apply
 
 
 
 
 
 Prospective Employee
 
 
 
 If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "
 
 My Applications
 
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 To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
 
 
 
 
 Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
 
 
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 This posting will remain open until filled and will be reviewed on 11/21/2025
 
 
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 How To Apply
 
 
 
 
 
 Current Employee
 
 
 
 As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "
 
 My Applications
 
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 To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
 
 
 
 
 Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
 
 
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 This posting will remain open until filled and will be reviewed on 11/21/2025
 
 
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 Disclosures
 
 
 
 
 Clery Notice
 
 
 
 In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
 
 
 To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).
 
 
 
 Pay Transparency
 
 
 
 Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
 
 
 
 
 FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu.
 
 
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Chief Procurement Officer

Areas

<div>Position Title: Food and Beverage Category Manager
Reports To: Purchasing Director
Department: Concepts &amp; Standards
Status: Exempt
Date: November 2025 
Broad Functions: The F&amp;B and Supplies Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and service performance across assigned Food &amp; Beverage and Supplies-related categories. This might include distribution, food, beverages, disposables/packaging, and chemicals. This role supports Director of Supply Chain with supplier negotiations, manages national programs, supports new openings, and ensures product availability across all airports and plazas. The Category Manager partners closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Culinary, Finance, IT, and vendors to drive compliance, efficiency, and innovation while ensuring continuity of supply.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Develop and execute category strategies for assigned F&amp;B and Supplies categories, ensuring alignment with company goals, budget targets, and operational requirements.
2. Develop and maintain category strategies based on market analysis, business needs, and spend data.
3. Conduct comprehensive category reviews to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier/SKU consolidation.
4. Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives, including RFI/RFQ/RFP process for assigned categories.
5. Evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate pricing, rebates, service fees, and contract terms.
6. Draft, review, and manage supplier contracts in collaboration with Legal.
7. Monitor market trends, cost drivers, inflation, and category innovation.
8. Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned national and regional suppliers across your categories.
9. Conduct regular business reviews, track performance (fill rate, quality, compliance), and resolve escalations.
10. Partner with Supply Chain to ensure vendors adhere to lead times, substitutions policies, service expectations, and delivery schedules.
11. Work with suppliers and Finance to validate allowances, rebates, credits, and program compliance.
12. Collaborate with Supply Chain, Culinary and Operations to approve new items, cost changes, substitutions, and menu impacts.
13. Identify annual savings opportunities through strategic partnerships, contract negotiation, and SKU/category optimization.
14. Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships to drive innovation and performance.
15. Conduct regular business reviews and monitor supplier KPIs
16. Identify and address supplier risks, capacity constraints, and quality issues.
17. Track and analyze unit costs, freight charges, service fees, and cost change impacts.
18. Support budgeting and forecasting for categories including cost inflation models.
19. Maintain documentation, workflows, and audit readiness for all categories. 
Skills and Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Hospitality Management, or related field.</li><li>
5+ years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain, or F&amp;B Operations (multi-unit preferred).</li><li>
Strong understanding of foodservice distribution, service contracts, and procurement lifecycle.</li><li>
Experience working with Crunch Time or similar ERP systems.</li><li>
Advanced negotiation, financial analysis, and vendor management skills.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple categories and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Excellent communication and experience leading cross-functional projects in a matrix organization.</li><li>
Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Excel, Power BI or similar tools</li></ul> 
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This is largely a sedentary role and requires color determination vision (no color blindness) and to sit for extended periods of time in front of the computer. This position would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds. Some bending and/or lifting of supplies and mail in/out materials from time to time may be required.</div>

Food and Beverage Category Manager

Carnival Corporation

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 The Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect (e.g., Retail, Entertainment, Professional Services, Marketing, HR) will lead and manage efforts to secure optimal sourcing opportunities with local and regional impacts. This role aims to deliver value, drive savings, increase efficiency, assure supply, and mitigate supply chain risks. The Manager will act as a strategic partner who listens to understand business needs, plan and implement sourcing initiatives, and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.
 
 
 The Manager, Strategic Sourcing &ndash; Indirect is responsible for ensuring integration of the procurement/sourcing policy and utilizing a strategic sourcing process that includes but is not limited to a rigorous market/region analysis, supplier risk analysis, and baseline spend analysis, to generate options and document a strategic sourcing plan that may include RFP execution, negotiations with suppliers, contract execution and implementation, and monitoring of source recommendations.
 
 
 They will work closely with various functional stakeholder groups at the VP and SVP level, providing expertise in effective strategy development, spend management, analysis, and negotiation. This role requires someone with leadership experience, business savvy, and the ability to influence spend decisions.
 
 
 The ideal candidate will be able to interpret and operationalize sourcing strategies developed by senior leadership or category leads, ensuring consistent execution and measurable value delivery.
 
 
 Job Functions:
 
 
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 Lead, develop, and implement an integrated strategic process across brands. This role will work with brand stakeholders and Corporate to identify strategic sourcing opportunities that effectively leverage our size and scale to deliver a competitive economic advantage while maintaining or improving quality and service levels. As needed, this role will develop a deep spend analysis by commodity, vendor and/or SKU to develop opportunities including an overall sourcing strategy.
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 Manages Strategic Sourcing Initiatives utilizing a strategic sourcing process (including but not limited to a market/region analysis, supplier risk analysis, baseline spend analysis, RFP execution, formal negotiation strategy and plan, contracting and implementation and monitoring of source recommendation). They negotiate multi-million-dollar contracts on behalf of Carnival engaging with suppliers at the COO and CEO level
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 Manages Contracts and Key Supplier Relationships
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 Engages and collaborates with brand stakeholders and corporate teams. This position will be responsible for managing the category portfolio and have significant spend oversight in Opex/CapEx. This involves a) Developing and implementing multi-year growth plans for their category or &ldquo;business units&rdquo;; b) Commercial awareness and continuously managing trends and gaps in the market that impact their category and in turn the companies supply chain; and c) Managing suppliers to ensure flow of products/services to company is unhindered
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 Delivers Results to Performance Goals and Measurement including but not limited to hard savings, cost avoidance, supplier diversity and sustainability.
 
 
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 Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:
 
 
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 The Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect will lead and manage efforts across the four NA brands to secure optimal sourcing opportunities with local and regional impacts. This role aims to deliver value, drive savings, increase efficiencies, assure supply, and mitigate supply chain risks. The Manager will act as a strategic partner. They will understand business needs, plan and implement sourcing initiatives, and ensure project timelines and deliverables are met. They will work closely with work closely with various functional stakeholder groups at the VP and SVP level, providing expertise in effective strategy development, spend management, analysis, and negotiation.
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 They will partner with stakeholders across Carnival&rsquo;s North America brands (CCL, HAL, PCL, and SBN) to ensure alignment with goals and objectives. The Manager, Strategic Sourcing &ndash; Indirect will utilize a strategic sourcing process that includes but is not limited to a rigorous market/region analysis, supplier risk analysis, and baseline spend analysis, to generate options and document a strategic sourcing plan that may include RFP execution, negotiations with suppliers, contract execution and implementation, and monitoring of source recommendations.
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 They will be responsible for managing the category portfolio and have significant spend oversight of multi-million-dollar contracts in Opex/CapEx.
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 While not having direct reports, they will demonstrate leadership abilities by strategically partnering and collaborating with product developers and key suppliers. They will be responsible for
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 persuading, influencing and negotiating category strategy development, spend decisions and providing overall experience to a diverse range of stakeholders.
 
 
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 Qualifications:
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree in Travel &amp; Hospitality, Retail, Supply Chain or other applicable disciplines
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 CPSM or travel certifications preferred but NOT REQUIRED.
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 Advanced spreadsheet and numerical analysis skills including financial cost analysis; should cost and total cost of ownership; Working knowledge of spend analytics and eRFX tools.
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 Strong Negotiation Skills, Strong business ethics, strong problem-solving ability, Strong multi-tasking capability in complex situations.
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 Demonstrated ability to think strategically and problem solve
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 Demonstrated ability to influence others and interact with all levels of the organization &ndash; can interface independently and effectively with peers in other departments / brands with an emphasis on being results oriented
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 Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize changing workload requests
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 Strong, proven analytical skills (data analysis fundamentals)
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 Strong negotiation skills developed through sourcing / procurement environment experience
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 Strong knowledge of contracting (negotiating business terms and scope writing
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 Aggressive &ldquo;go getter&rdquo;, driven, capable of working with little supervision
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 Strong communication and interpersonal skills; champion of change management; strong planning/project management skills.
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 Uses quality management skills to ensure all procedures and work activities conform to work specifications and standards
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 Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment
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 5+ years&rsquo; relevant experience in the travel and service industry leading strategic sourcing initiatives utilizing best practices category management methodology (&ldquo;six- &ldquo;or &ldquo;seven-step process&rdquo;) with expertise in influencing business strategy and supplier relations.
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 Relevant experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives within areas of indirect spend.
 
 
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 Physical Demands: Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
 
 
 Travel: Less than 25% with shipboard travel likely
 
 
 Work Conditions: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
 
 
 This position is classified as &ldquo;in-office.&rdquo; As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays. Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.
 
 
 Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.
 
 
 At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival&rsquo;s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:
 
 
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 Health Benefits:
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 Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
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 Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
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 Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
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 401(k) plan that includes a company match
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 Employee Stock Purchase plan
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 Paid Time Off
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 Holidays &ndash; All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee&rsquo;s discretion.
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 Vacation Time &ndash; All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.  All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
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 Sick Time &ndash; All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
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 Other Benefits
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 Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
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 Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
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 On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus
 
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 #Corp
 
 
 
 About Us
 
 
 
 Carnival Corporation &amp; plc is the world&rsquo;s largest leisure travel company, our mission to deliver unforgettable happiness to our guest through our diverse portfolio of leading cruise brands and island destinations, including Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises, and Seabourn in North America and Australia; P&amp;O Cruises and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe.
 
 
 Join us and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a global community that makes a difference.
 
 
 In addition to other duties/functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.
 
 
 Carnival Corporation &amp; plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. In this regard, it does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law.
 
 
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Manager, Strategic Sourcing - Indirect

CÉ LA VI Miami

<div>Description: 
OVERVIEW
CELAVI Miami searching person who will be responsible for the overall Purchasing function including but not limited to sourcing &amp; negotiating purchases of goods &amp; services, receiving and inventory par-level management. Perform routine sourcing reviews and competitive bidding to deliver the company&rsquo;s cost savings objectives. Manage supplier contracts and relationships. Motivate and build an effective Purchasing team.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<ul><li>Supervise and manage daily operations for the Purchasing function including sourcing, negotiation, ordering, receiving, and invoice verification processes to ensure proper segregation of duties, accuracy, and completeness, timely delivery, minimizing out-of-stock situations and storage efficiency.</li><li>Manage inventory/stock level at the venue to ensure efficient use of storage space.</li><li>Handle and oversee the purchasing of goods and services (perishables and non-perishables) through competitive bidding processes to achieve best price value while maintaining superior quality consistent with established company standards.</li><li>Explore and/or facilitate research on products to provide department heads with recommendations and guidance on new ideas and new products that will achieve better cost control and effectiveness.</li><li>Manage purchasing system to ensure maximum utilization and functionality, maintaining monthly demand forecast vs. actual results.</li><li>Generate Purchase Orders and maintain the filing system of purchasing records.</li><li>Assist in menu/product sourcing and selection process to ensure profitability levels within budgeted targets.</li><li>Negotiate and maintain good working relationships with vendors/suppliers and set up new accounts.</li><li>Attend weekly operations and department meetings as required.</li><li>Lead communication with the operational team in terms of purchasing and receiving schedule and system master maintenance (vendor and material/article setup).</li><li>Prepare monthly purchase reports for management review.</li><li>Conduct regular performance evaluations of suppliers/vendors to ensure delivery timeline and quality standards are met and to identify potential cost savings; and</li><li>Assist in ad-hoc projects and duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Requirements: 
JOB REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business and/or Procurement / Purchasing;</li><li>Minimum 5 to 8 years working experiences in procurement/purchasing and supply chain, preferably in a hospitality or retail food &amp; beverage industry;</li><li>Strong negotiating and problem-solving skills;</li><li>Dynamic, resourceful, results-driven and always takes initiative, but can also demonstrate flexibility in working with diverse and changing environment;</li><li>Team player with strong organizational and communication skills, meticulous and able to meet tight deadlines in a fast pace environment;</li><li>Ability to highlight variances, unusual trends and articulate drivers in a clear and concise manner;</li><li>Hands-on experience in system administration and setup;</li><li>Strong analytical and computer skills in Excel, MS Access and PowerPoint; and</li><li>Knowledge of relevant systems (Micros Materials Control, SAP B1, FnB Shop, Stocktake Online, SUPY, etc.) for purchasing and inventory management would be an added advantage.</li></ul></div>

Royal Caribbean Group

<div>
 
 Journey with us!
 
 Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation &amp; benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.
 
 
 
 This position is on site in Biscayne, Florida .
 
 
 
 We are proud to be the vacation-industry leader with global brands &mdash; including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises &mdash; the most innovative fleet and private destinations, and the best people. Together, we are dedicated to turning the vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations for our guests.
 
 
 Royal Caribbean Group&rsquo;s
 
 Supply Chain
 
 has an exciting career opportunity for a full time
 
 Buyer lll
 
 reporting to the
 
 Senior Manager, Procurement
 
 
 
 
 Position Summary / Job Purpose
 
 
 
 The incumbent is responsible for sourcing, analyzing and negotiating goods and services for an area in which they specialize such as such as food, beverage, technical, IT, etc. They require comprehensive knowledge of specialized commodities in order to influence customers and suppliers in procurement decision of complex/critical goods and services
 
 
 
 Essential Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Research suppliers from a variety of usual and unusual sources.
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 Develops a procurement and negotiation strategy based on few variables.
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 Performs moderately complex price analysis based on few variables and confers with suppliers to obtain product or service information such as price, availability and delivery schedule.
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 Negotiates price, availability, and works with Logistics to define transportation and delivery schedule. (i.e., ordering and storing schedule)
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 Manages supplier performance to ensure consistent service, high quality and low costs of goods/services.
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 Works independently with minimum supervision and freedom of decision within guidelines. Seeks guidance from management on unusual situations.
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 May provide guidance to junior positions (i.e., Buyer I, Buyer II).
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 May travel to attend trade shows, audit suppliers, visit ships for loadings, repositioning etc.
 
 
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 Education, Experience, Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and knowledge.
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 5+ yrs. related procurement experience or specialized technical experience required.
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 Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and priorities.
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 Negotiation and analytical skills required.
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 Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in a multicultural environment with all levels of employees and management.
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 Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel.
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 Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages.
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 Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
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 Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
 
 
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 Financial Responsibilities (For Management Roles Only)
 
 
 
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 $50,000 expenditure limit
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 Between $1-5M spend management for goods/services
 
 
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 Physical Demands
 
 
 
 The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements employees must meet to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing job functions the employee is regularly required to sit, and stand, write, review and type reports, compile data, operate a pc, communicate, listen, and assess information. The employee may move about the office complex, may travel to other office locations and may lift, push, pull or move 10-15 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to walk to the dock, ascend and descend the vessel. This position may regularly travel domestically or internationally. Visual requirements include distant, close and color vision, and ability to adjust focus
 
 
 
 Work Environment
 
 
 
 The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. The environment includes work inside/outside the office, travel to other offices, possibly travel domestic and international, and work in shipboard functions. A high noise level is possible if visiting shipboard or offsite locations.
 
 
 
 Power Skills
 
 
 
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 Action Oriented
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 Collaborates Effectively
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 Communicates Effectively
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 Drives Results
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 Situational Adaptability
 
 
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 We know there is a lot to consider
 
 . As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We will hope to see you onboard soon!
 
 
 It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment.
 
 
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Buyer III

DEEP

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 Who we are:
 
 
 
 DEEP is an international design and engineering company on a mission to make humans aquatic. We&rsquo;re doing this by advancing ocean exploration through the development of new technologies that will enable humans to live and work in underwater environments for longer periods of time.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description:
 
 
 
 The Senior Legal Counsel will serve as a key legal partner to DEEP, providing strategic and practical guidance on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters. This role will involve drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts. Particularly vendor and commercial agreements, while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and alignment with organizational objectives.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role will collaborate across departments to mitigate legal risk, support business operations, and contribute to the company&rsquo;s overall governance and compliance framework.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Essential Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including vendor, service, nondisclosure, and licensing agreements.
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 Negotiation of manufacturing agreements, supply chain agreements, supply of goods and services agreements, and associated legal clearance, contract management.
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 General commercial compliance including data protection, modern slavery, anti-bribery, etc.,
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 Provide legal advice and guidance on general corporate matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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 Identify, assess, and mitigate legal risks in commercial transactions.
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 Collaborate with internal departments (Procurement, Finance, HR, Operations, etc.) to support business initiatives and ensure contracts align with company objectives.
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 Develop and maintain standardized contract templates, policies, and best to streamline the contract process.
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 Assist with corporate governance matters, including maintaining corporate records, drafting board materials, and ensuring compliance with reporting obligations.
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 Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting the business.
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 Manage outside counsel as needed for specialized matters.
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 Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
 
 
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 Strong understanding of corporate and commercial law, with emphasis on contract law.
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 Must have experience in U.S Marine law.
 
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 Good knowledge in public procurement laws and compliance.
 
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 Basic understanding of property law.
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 Familiarity with vendor, procurement, and service agreements.
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 Awareness of evolving legal and regulatory frameworks impacting business operations.
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 Excellent legal drafting and contract negational skills with high attention to details.
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 Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and provide practical, business-oriented solutions.
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 High level of integrity, judgment, and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
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 Proficient and knowledgeable in computer applications and systems such as Microsoft Office.
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 Minimum Qualifications:
 
 
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 Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active member in good standing with Florida Bar.
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 Minimum 8 years of experience practice law, ideally coming from from marine, engineering or defense sector
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 Strong background in contract drafting, negotiation, and vendor agreements.
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 Experience advising on general corporate law matters.
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 Why join our team:
 
 
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 Employer paid Health insurance for employee
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 Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
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 401K Contributions
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 Supportive and inclusive team culture
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 Salary: $180,000.00 - $250,000.00 USD based on experience
 
 
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