This role manages contract development, negotiation, compliance, and supplier relationships for Carnival's North American supply chain. Requirements typically include a bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, finance, law, or a related field, along with several years of procurement or contract-management experience. Strong knowledge of commercial agreements, sourcing practices, risk management, and vendor performance is expected. The successful candidate should be an effective negotiator with excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and stakeholder-management skills. Experience with procurement systems, contract databases, and large, complex organizations is advantageous. The role requires sound judgment, attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and willingness to work collaboratively with legal, finance, operations, and business teams.
Carnival Cruise Line is one of the world's largest cruise operators and a flagship brand of Carnival Corporation & plc. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, the company operates a large fleet serving destinations throughout the Caribbean, Mexico, Alaska, Europe, and other popular vacation regions. Carnival is known for its fun, casual atmosphere, extensive entertainment, family activities, dining, and value-oriented cruise experiences. Its corporate and shoreside teams support ship operations, guest services, sales, technology, finance, procurement, marketing, and supply-chain activities. The company employs thousands of people both on ships and at offices around the world. Carnival promotes a collaborative, energetic workplace focused on hospitality, operational excellence, safety, inclusion, and creating memorable vacations for guests. Benefits and compensation vary according to position, location, experience, and whether the role is shoreside or shipboard.
A cruise ship is a floating workplace rather than a traditional island, offering opportunities in procurement, supply chain, hospitality, food and beverage, entertainment, engineering, guest services, retail, technology, and marine operations. Life onboard is multicultural, structured, and fast-paced, with employees working long shifts and living in shared crew accommodation. Crew members usually receive meals, basic medical support, onboard facilities, and access to recreation during free time. Ports may provide opportunities to experience beaches, historic towns, local food, and island culture, although shore leave depends on schedules and duties. For shipboard jobs, the employer generally arranges or supports visas, such as a C1/D crew visa for eligible itineraries, along with travel to the vessel. Shoreside roles in Miami require appropriate U.S. work authorization and may involve relocation. Applicants should confirm contract length, travel requirements, medical standards, documentation, and accommodation details directly with Carnival.
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