Senior Buyer - 12mths FTC

Carnival UK are a leading name in the holiday sector, dedicated to delivering unforgettable holiday happiness to our customers. Our success is built on a foundation of diverse talents and perspectives, and we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

In our continuous journey of growth and innovation at Carnival UK, we are seeking a Senior Buyer to bring fresh insights and expertise to our Procurement team.

Role Overview

To be the number one holiday choice requires us to be flexible, innovative, and focused on sustainability, thinking about the future. This exciting opportunity is primarily working with our world class Cunard and P&O Cruises brands but also the wider Global brands under Carnival.

Our Procurement team have never been a more important part of our business, keeping our fleet fully supported from engine spares to champagne, Celebrity performers, Food Heroes, amazing Shore excursions, we source it all.

It’s time to expand our team, so we are recruiting for Senior Buyers who will lead the end to end procurement process activity for a defined category (our categories include Ports, HR, Onboard Revenue, Food and Technical). This 12 months fixed-term contract is supporting our Food Category.

This pivotal role will involve:

• Manage the end-to-end procurement activity within a defined category.
• Lead all elements of the sourcing process on behalf of the business.
• Ownership of client relationships with the operations managers, Finance, Legal and project stakeholders.
• Responsible for developing, implementing, and leading sub-category sourcing strategy.
• To lead and execute the tendering, negotiating, and contract management activities within their category.
• Managing the ongoing commercial, operational, quality and risk management requirements.
• Supplier relationship management is key to our success; you will have ownership in conducting regular analysis of our suppliers and developing our supply chain.

This role is positioned at CUK08 level within our organization and is available on a 12 months Fixed term contract basis.

We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

What You'll Bring:

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

• Experience of buying products/goods including a high level of best practice procurement, category management and development of sourcing strategies. Experience in Food advantageous but not essential.
• Previous exposure to many projects across multiple business areas and stakeholders.
• Purchasing or Supply Professional Qualification (CIPs) advantageous but not essential.

About You: The Ideal Candidate

You are more than just your CV. You're someone who brings:

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and prioritisation skills.
• Strong leadership skills – able to influence and motivate.
• A commercial astute analyst and a natural problem solver.

Application Guidance:

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about Procurement & Supply Chain and are looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role in Procurement & Supply Chain. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers.
• Annual bonus.
• Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme.
• Recognition scheme with prizes and awards.
• Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Employee-led networks.
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes.
• Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment.
• In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP.
• Life Assurance.
• Parental and adoption leave.
• Employee Shares Plan.
• Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes.
• Onsite restaurant offering range of healthy cooked and grab and go meals.
• Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal.
• Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme.
• A friendly welcome with help settling in.

Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.