Carnival Cruise Lines
This position will be part of the Maritime Asset Strategy Senior Leadership Team and supports the global MAST (Maritime Asset Strategy Transformation) Program by overseeing the Corporate wide initiative of standardizing Inventory Controls (IC) through establishing a Center of Excellence (COE). The Inventory Controls COE is foundational to drive and realize MAST benefits through leveraging the global scale of our business, ensuring the right parts are available at the right time and driving operational efficiencies.
This role requires a strategic leader driving inventory excellence governing standards, enabling inventory/spend visibility and compliance, and coordinating with the MAST TMO and Brand Leads / Liaisons to execute targeted shipboard and shoreside initiatives, foster accountability, and accelerate best practice adoption across brands and Corporate.
Essential Functions
Lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning; provide guidance and support to enhance team members' skills and capabilities Set Strategic Inventory Controls Direction Define the vision for inventory controls and inventory management, aligning with broader MAST goals and organization priorities Program / Center Leadership Lead planning and execution of inventory initiatives, including resolving key issues, managing interdependencies, and mitigating execution risks Resource and Budget Oversight Allocate IC COE and inventory resources effectively and oversee related/ad jacent budget planning (e.g., support annual CAPEX spend) Governance and Standards Establish / enforce inventory control role performance standards, personnel training requirements, and IC certification protocols Stakeholder Engagement and Management Coordinate with functional leadership, resolve cross-functional and cross-brand issues, and ensure alignment across teams Communication / Change Approve internal and external inventory-related communications and ensure leadership is informed of key decisions and risks Execution Management Drive completion of IC COE and Brand/shipboard tasks, KPI development, monitor progress, and ensure accountability across the organization Continuous Improvement Foster a culture of performance, compliance, and rapid adoption of best practices across brands Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications
Bachelors degree required; MBA preferred Supply chain credentials / certifications desired (e.g., ASCM) Demonstrated success managing inventory with deep knowledge of operations and logistics Background with proven ability/experience to set vision and lead complex inventory and supply chain initiatives 15+ years of total work experience, with 10+ years in inventory controls, purchasing, and logistics leadership Skilled in creative problem-solving, including quantitative and optimization modeling Deep expertise in product forecasting, demand planning, and inventory replenishment, with strong project management capabilities Operate at an executive level, setting direction via strategic planning and high impact decision-making Operate with a global, cross-brand perspective balancing local needs with enterprise-wide priorities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong stakeholder management; experience influencing senior leadership across functions Skilled in budget management, cost optimization, and aligning inventory strategy with organizational goals Strong strategic thinking, risk management, and execution tracking capabilities Extensive experience across dispersed geography, high-volume, high-SKU operations Proven success in deploying resources, information systems, and vessel-based inventory teams to drive strategic growth and operational goals Partner closely with senior leadership across functions and brands to ensure alignment and execution Apply a data-driven approach to monitor outcomes and drive accountability Conduct quarterly shipboard visits to observe practices firsthand, identify improvement areas, and reinforce standards Partner with IT, Internal Audit, Health & Environmental Safety and adjacent teams to enhance inventory visibility, automation and analytics Physical Demands: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. Travel: Less than 25% non-shipboard travel likely. Work Conditions: In-office role located in South Florida; requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in Miami area Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from home 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, the total rewards package includes an annual cash bonus program for non-sales roles, an incentive plan for sales roles, and potential participation in the discretionary equity incentive plan for Director and above roles. Benefits include: Health Benefits:
Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans; Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources; company paid term life insurance and disability coverage Financial Benefits:
401(k) plan with company match; Employee Stock Purchase plan Paid Time Off:
Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time with details as described (holidays, vacation and sick time vary by level and tenure) Other Benefits:
Stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, and rates for family and friends; tuition reimbursement; on-site Fitness center at Miami campus About Us Carnival Corporation & plc is the worlds largest leisure travel company, with a diverse portfolio of leading cruise brands and island destinations. Join us and embark on a career that offers opportunities to grow professionally within a global community that makes a difference. We are committed to promoting an ethical and compliant culture, and require integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, with a willingness to speak up about misconduct or concerns. Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line are equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other classification protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning; provide guidance and support to enhance team members' skills and capabilities Set Strategic Inventory Controls Direction Define the vision for inventory controls and inventory management, aligning with broader MAST goals and organization priorities Program / Center Leadership Lead planning and execution of inventory initiatives, including resolving key issues, managing interdependencies, and mitigating execution risks Resource and Budget Oversight Allocate IC COE and inventory resources effectively and oversee related/ad jacent budget planning (e.g., support annual CAPEX spend) Governance and Standards Establish / enforce inventory control role performance standards, personnel training requirements, and IC certification protocols Stakeholder Engagement and Management Coordinate with functional leadership, resolve cross-functional and cross-brand issues, and ensure alignment across teams Communication / Change Approve internal and external inventory-related communications and ensure leadership is informed of key decisions and risks Execution Management Drive completion of IC COE and Brand/shipboard tasks, KPI development, monitor progress, and ensure accountability across the organization Continuous Improvement Foster a culture of performance, compliance, and rapid adoption of best practices across brands Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications
Bachelors degree required; MBA preferred Supply chain credentials / certifications desired (e.g., ASCM) Demonstrated success managing inventory with deep knowledge of operations and logistics Background with proven ability/experience to set vision and lead complex inventory and supply chain initiatives 15+ years of total work experience, with 10+ years in inventory controls, purchasing, and logistics leadership Skilled in creative problem-solving, including quantitative and optimization modeling Deep expertise in product forecasting, demand planning, and inventory replenishment, with strong project management capabilities Operate at an executive level, setting direction via strategic planning and high impact decision-making Operate with a global, cross-brand perspective balancing local needs with enterprise-wide priorities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong stakeholder management; experience influencing senior leadership across functions Skilled in budget management, cost optimization, and aligning inventory strategy with organizational goals Strong strategic thinking, risk management, and execution tracking capabilities Extensive experience across dispersed geography, high-volume, high-SKU operations Proven success in deploying resources, information systems, and vessel-based inventory teams to drive strategic growth and operational goals Partner closely with senior leadership across functions and brands to ensure alignment and execution Apply a data-driven approach to monitor outcomes and drive accountability Conduct quarterly shipboard visits to observe practices firsthand, identify improvement areas, and reinforce standards Partner with IT, Internal Audit, Health & Environmental Safety and adjacent teams to enhance inventory visibility, automation and analytics Physical Demands: Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. Travel: Less than 25% non-shipboard travel likely. Work Conditions: In-office role located in South Florida; requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in Miami area Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from home 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, the total rewards package includes an annual cash bonus program for non-sales roles, an incentive plan for sales roles, and potential participation in the discretionary equity incentive plan for Director and above roles. Benefits include: Health Benefits:
Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans; Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources; company paid term life insurance and disability coverage Financial Benefits:
401(k) plan with company match; Employee Stock Purchase plan Paid Time Off:
Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time with details as described (holidays, vacation and sick time vary by level and tenure) Other Benefits:
Stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, and rates for family and friends; tuition reimbursement; on-site Fitness center at Miami campus About Us Carnival Corporation & plc is the worlds largest leisure travel company, with a diverse portfolio of leading cruise brands and island destinations. Join us and embark on a career that offers opportunities to grow professionally within a global community that makes a difference. We are committed to promoting an ethical and compliant culture, and require integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, with a willingness to speak up about misconduct or concerns. Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line are equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other classification protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr