Sourcing Specialist at Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings in Miami, FL

SOURCING SPECIALIST Location: Miami, Florida GROW YOUR CAREER WITH US At Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings (NCLH), we know our future success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best talent. Our brands deliver vacations of a lifetime with innovative product offerings, a high level of service and unique guest experiences aboard each vessel and we’re continually seeking applicants who are passionate about hospitality and committed to being their personal best. As you learn more about our company, we think you will agree that there is no better time than now to become a member of the NCLH family! APPLY ONLINE If you’re interested to be considered for this position, please click the blue APPLY button at the top of the page to get started. All candidates must complete an on-line application to be considered. JOB SUMMARY: • Execute strategic sourcing projects for the assigned category to take advantage of savings opportunities across the Company.. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: • Work with customer groups to establish specifications for the assigned category. • Perform market analysis, benchmark analysis and spend analysis for assigned category projects. • Obtain quotes from suppliers and complete a comparative analysis. • Assist Managers in developing and executing a assigned sourcing strategy. • Assist in the supplier selection and negotiation process. • Establish savings tracking methodology, perform savings tracking, and report realized savings on a continual basis. • Monitor supplier performance and manage supplier relationships for key suppliers across multiple business divisions. • Assist in placing contracts for strategic purchases and large spot buys when no existing contracts exists. • Perform other job-related functions as assigned.. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: EDUCATION: • Bachelor's degree in Business or related field of study or any equivalent combination of education and experience EXPERIENCE: • 2-4 years of strategic sourcing experience or procurement consulting experience.. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: • Demonstrated success of leading project teams to achieving quantifiable savings by applying sourcing methods • Highly self-motivated with the ability to drive change in a global decentralized organization with minimal supervision • Strong project management skills and results oriented • Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills • Demonstrated success in gathering data, conducting analyses, and generating high quality outputs • Strong negotiation management experience • Knowledge of eProcurement and eCatalog management systems is a plus • First hand working knowledge of strategic sourcing methodology is essential • Technical knowledge and expertise in certain commodity areas is a plus • Proficiency in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Ariba Sourcing, eRFX and eAuction experience preferred • Analytical, influencing, facilitating, teambuilding, strategic thinking, and process-driven skills ABOUT NCLH Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. (NYSE: NCLH) is a leading global cruise company which operates the Norwegian Cruise Line®, Oceania Cruises® and Regent Seven Seas Cruises® brands. The combined brands currently operate 32 ships, employ over 35,000 shipboard crew from more than 110 different countries and visit approximately 700 different port destination each year. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR COMPANY: At a Glance                                       Brand Overview                     Norwegian Cruise Line      Oceania Cruises Regent Seven Seas Cruises New Releases                        EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is Norwegian Cruise Line Holding’s policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and marital or veteran status. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.