Purchasing Agent

About the role

The Purchasing Agent plays a crucial role in managing transactional procurement requests for MSC Cruises, USA. Reporting to the MSC USA Procurement Manager, this role involves creating purchase orders, monitoring order status, and collaborating with various teams to ensure efficient ordering and loading operations.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions (RDA) received from shipboard personnel prior to purchase order creation.
• Create purchase orders and monitor order status throughout the purchasing lifecycle.
• Report shortages and delays to the Procurement Manager to support corrective action and local sourcing when required.
• Provide ongoing support for contracted and non-contracted purchasing requests.
• Liaise with shipboard personnel to support efficient ordering and loading operations for U.S.-based vessels and MSC Ocean Cay.
• Follow up with suppliers on deliveries prior to vessel loadings.
• Reconcile invoices and resolve discrepancies related to goods received and payment issues.
• Resolve supplier issues related to delays and discrepancies in accordance with Procurement procedures.
• Maintain accurate and current information within the Company’s ERP, Procurement e-Platform and Discrepancy Reports.
• Collaborate with Sourcing, Logistics, Planning, Product and shipboard teams to support efficient ordering and loading operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve service levels, reduce order processing costs and lead times, minimize supply chain waste and support cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable U.S. federal laws and MSC policies and procedures.

Requirements

• College degree required, preferably in Finance, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 2–3 years of purchasing experience; cruise line industry experience is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as Crunchtime is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications

• US Passport or US Permanent Resident.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as Crunchtime is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• MSC Cruises is an E-Verify employer.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

This is a hybrid position requiring employees to work from the Miami office four days per week (Monday through Thursday), with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

Essentials

• College degree required, preferably in Finance, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 2–3 years of purchasing experience; cruise line industry experience is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Knowledge of ERP systems such as Crunchtime is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Information About Visa Requirements

If any, US Passport or US Permanent Resident.

Our Commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.