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The Royal Caribbean Group’s (Talent Acquisition) Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Marine Strategic Sourcing Associate reporting to the Director of Talent Acquisition

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Marine Strategic Sourcing Associate (Sourcing Associate) plays a key role in supporting global shipboard talent acquisition efforts by executing innovative sourcing strategies and maintaining a proactive talent pipeline This role focuses on identifying and attracting top-tier talent for shipboard positions across all operational levels Collaborating closely with recruiters and hiring partners the Sourcing Associate ensures the company has access to a steady talent pool while staying competitive in the global market

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources Business Administration or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of sourcing or recruitment experience preferably in global talent acquisition within the marine cruising hospitality BPO or HR shared services sectors
• Experience sourcing for marine or cruise preferred
• Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies talent mapping and proactive talent pooling techniques Drive to remain proficient and creative to source top and hard to find talent
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) job boards and social media recruiting tools Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint)
• Ability to analyze sourcing data generate reports and measure sourcing effectiveness
• Excellent communication collaboration and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced multicultural environment with shifting priorities
• Knowledge of international recruitment compliance and employment laws especially within the maritime industry
  We know there’s a lot to consider As you go through the application process our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group We’ll hope to see you onboard soon!
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Candidate Screening & Evaluation:

• Conducts initial screening of candidates to assess qualifications experience and cultural fit for Marine shipboard roles
• Utilizes competency-based interviewing techniques to evaluate candidate suitability and readiness for the shipboard environment
• Assists recruiters in evaluating candidates for specific hiring campaigns and provides recommendations for further consideration
• Ensures job descriptions and role expectations are clearly communicated to all candidate

Candidate Experience & Employer Branding:

• Actively promotes the company’s employer brand and core values during all sourcing interactions
• Contributes to positive candidate experiences by providing timely communication guidance and feedback throughout the hiring process
• Represents the company at career fairs recruitment events and professional networking opportunitie

Talent Sourcing & Pipeline Development:

• Develops and executes sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates for shipboard roles globally including high-volume and specialized positions
• Sources candidates through various channels including social media job boards talent pools referrals and direct sourcing techniques
• Builds and maintains proactive talent pipelines for critical shipboard roles ensuring a consistent flow of candidates to meet current and future hiring needs
• Executes targeted recruitment campaigns for emerging talent new builds and hard-to-fill roles
• Posts job advertisements across multiple platforms and ensures visibility in key talent markets

Stakeholder Collaboration & Market Insights:

• Collaborates with recruiters and hiring managers to understand workforce planning needs and hiring forecasts
• Partners with the recruitment team to identify sourcing gaps and recommend strategies to improve talent supply
• Develops partnerships with universities industry organizations and government agencies to support strategic talent sourcing initiatives (eg career fairs job fairs and government employment portals)
• Provides market insights and analysis including hiring trends labor market conditions and competitor benchmarking to optimize recruitment strategies

Candidate Screening & Evaluation:

• Conducts initial screening of candidates to assess qualifications experience and cultural fit for Marine shipboard roles
• Utilizes competency-based interviewing techniques to evaluate candidate suitability and readiness for the shipboard environment
• Assists recruiters in evaluating candidates for specific hiring campaigns and provides recommendations for further consideration
• Ensures job descriptions and role expectations are clearly communicated to all candidates

Data Management & Performance Analytics:

• Maintains accurate candidate data within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensures proper documentation of all recruitment activities
• Prepares and analyzes productivity reports sourcing metrics and talent pipeline dashboards to track sourcing effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
• Monitors and reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational business goals are consistently met

Process Improvement & Compliance:

• Continuously explores and recommends best practices and sourcing innovations to improve overall recruitment effectiveness
• Ensures all sourcing activities comply with international labor standards and maritime employment regulations
• Maintains recruitment standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensures proper documentation and record-keeping practices are followed

Candidate Experience & Employer Branding:

• Actively promotes the company’s employer brand and core values during all sourcing interactions
• Contributes to positive candidate experiences by providing timely communication guidance and feedback throughout the hiring process
• Represents the company at career fairs recruitment events and professional networking opportunities