Category Logistics Manager (Remote)

The Category Manager role involves using the 7-step sourcing process to partner with cross-functional stakeholder teams in strategic initiatives for Logistics spend categories. This position is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing contracting strategies and procurement activities for challenging logistics projects across all brands within Carnival Corporation & plc. The job includes achieving cost efficiencies, fostering supplier partnerships, and cultivating qualified sources while collaborating with internal teams within Carnival brands towards the company's financial and sustainability goals. This role may also entail supporting other categories in the strategic sourcing of technical and corporate shipbuilding.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure cross-functional engagement and support of category projects and initiatives.
• Manage effective supplier relationships, leveraging data, metrics, and internal feedback to drive results.
• Negotiate cost, capacity, and service level agreements for global logistics spend using standard contracts while coordinating leadership and legal reviews as needed.
• Research best practices and conduct baseline due diligence to understand opportunities for cost savings and/or service level improvement in all logistics categories including ocean and air freight, trucking, warehousing & distribution, and shipyard logistics.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on logistics to global sourcing organization, operating brands, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop an effective strategic sourcing plan for logistics categories and projects that create long-term value in coordination with operating brands.
• Develop and implement logistics related processes to improve overall supply chain efficiency as needed, and maintain relationships, conduct quarterly business reviews, and ensure active measurement of performance for all service providers.
• Work with Manager to establish targets, track, meet, and report results in monthly reports and other department performance metrics.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required Years & Area of Professional Experience: 7+ years of experience in logistics with strong knowledge of multi-modal logistics pricing structure (ocean, truck, air, and customs brokerage) preferably in a high-volume environment.
• Preferred Experience and Type: Preferred experience working for Transport & Logistics companies (air & ocean carriers, freight forwarders, trucking & warehousing, or significant experience procuring these services on behalf of a high-volume Shipper/BCO.
• Preferred Education: Master’s Degree in related fields and 5 years relevant experience, or a combination of college, significant relevant experience, and professional certifications.
• Other Requirements: Occasional in-person meetings in South Florida at Doral HQ Office (3-4 times per year).
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong project management skills; Knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software and other supply chain management tools; Knowledge of logistics and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Critical Professional Related Technical/Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint); Familiarity with e-sourcing platforms, procurement software, and contract management systems; Understanding of data analytics and experience working with large datasets; Familiarity with database management and reporting tools; Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing systems and processes.
• Education/Major: Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree a Plus in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related disciplines

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The range for this role’s base salary is $90,000 - $120,000. Offers to select 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. Management roles are also eligible for an additional vesting equity plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

• Paid Time Off
  • Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 7 company-wide holidays, plus an additional floating holiday to be taken at the employee’s discretion.
  • Vacation Time – 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.
  • Sick Time – 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.
• Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
• Health Benefits:
  • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
  • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
  • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage.
• Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage.
• Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends.
• Vacation Time – 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.
• Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 7 company-wide holidays, plus an additional floating holiday to be taken at the employee’s discretion.
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match.
• Sick Time – 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.
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement.
• On-site preschool program, wellness center, and health clinic at our Miami campus.
• Other Benefits
  • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends.
  • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement.
  • On-site preschool program, wellness center, and health clinic at our Miami campus.
  
  

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