The Purchasing Agent\xe2\x80\x94Fuel will provide operational support for designated operating companies which will encompass supply of all compliant fuels in a high-pressure, fast-paced and volatile commodity market\xe2\x80\x94directly contributing to the safe and efficient bunkering of all vessels in assigned operating companies. This role will also support the overall contractual and spot sourcing activities including Total Cost of Ownership (price, freight, duties, cost of quality, etc.), and drive Annual Cost Savings of 3% - 5%. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Managing and support Transactional activities including demand management, fulfilment, scheduling and lift optimization.
• Developing & maintaining complete knowledge and understanding of all vessels & ports within his / her area of responsibility.
• Provide support & inputs to decisions that affect the operational area of responsibility, direct communication with Chief Engineers, Captains, Suppliers and Shoreside Management.
• Drive continuous improvement to all aspects of Fuel operational processes including identifying areas for process improvement and standardization of processes for efficiency.
• Managing the complete portfolio of operational tasks required to fuel the Fleet with a strong bias to streamlining and automating tasks as quickly as possible.
• Ability to collaborate in teams, especially with Fleet Operations and Strategic Sourcing, to ensure supply assurance, on-time delivery, quality of fuel, and meeting of SLAs.
• Provide Support for special projects and sourcing efforts, including supplier performance measurements and spot buying activities, and management / maintenance of our Fuel Operations Systems.
• Support fuel procurement managers with risk assessments and mitigation activities.
• Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to supplier community.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Position report to VP Fuel Procurement and will work very closely with the Fuel Procurement Director and Sr. Managers. QUALIFICATIONS:

• Highschool Diploma or GED, Bachelor\'s Degree preferred.
• Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Engineering, Functional Experience
• Basic comprehension of Commercial marine or cruise trade preferred
• 1-3 years of professional experience, preferably in the cruise industry with demand planning/forecasting capability.
• Must know how to use Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Needs to be able to work on a on-call rotational shifts providing night and weekend operational coverage.
• Experience with supply chain & logistical needs of cruise vessels is strongly preferred.
• Basic mathematical and statistical knowledge required.
• Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

#LI-LS1 #LI-Hybrid The range for this role\xe2\x80\x99s base salary is $65,000 - $70,000. 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:

• 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.
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match.
  • Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
  • Holidays \xe2\x80\x93 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\xe2\x80\x99s discretion.
  • Vacation Time \xe2\x80\x93 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 \xe2\x80\x93 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.
• 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.
  
  

About Us

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 & plc is a global cruise company and one of the largest vacation companies in the world. Our portfolio of leading cruise brands includes Carnival Cruise Line, Holland America Line, Princess Cruises and Seabourn in North America; P&O Cruises, and Cunard Line in the United Kingdom; AIDA in Germany; Costa Cruises in Southern Europe; and P&O Cruises in Australia. Our employees have a responsibility to be accountable for all actions. We consider the environment in all aspects of our business and have a responsibility to put safety andsustainability first. We live and share a positive attitude which is based on fostering an environment of inclusion, trust, a willingness to listen, openness and integrity.



Carnival Corporation & 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.




Benefits as a member of Carnival\'s Team:

• A comprehensive benefit program which includes medical, dental and vision plans
• Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage and a 401(k) plan that includes a company match
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Cruise benefits
• An on-site fully accredited preschool educational program located at our Doral campus
• An on-site Wellness Center and Health clinic at our Doral campus

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