Director of Supply Chain & Logistics at Windstar Cruises

Miami, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Data Analysis, Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Process Improvement, Digital Procurement, Sourcing, Compliance, Cost Optimization, Market Analysis, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Leisure;Travel & Tourism

Description

Overview Awarded World’s Best Small Ship Cruise line, Windstar Cruises is known for intimate yacht style experience and unique voyages to the world’s best small ports and hidden harbors. Its three sailing yachts and four all-suite yachts carry just 148 to 342 guests and cruise around the world. Our mission is to imagine and deliver personalized and immersive experiences 180 degrees from ordinary. We enrich people’s perspective through inspired travel. Our Mission: We imagine and deliver personalized and immersive experiences 180 degrees from ordinary Our Vision: Enriching people’s perspective through inspired travel Our Values: Welcoming, Innovative, Now, Discipline, Serve, Teamwork, Authentic, Responsible Windstar is currently seeking an experienced Director of Supply Chain & Logistics that will provide enterprise‑wide leadership and oversight of all sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory, and supply chain operations across our fleet. This role is responsible for building a cohesive, high‑performance supply chain function that supports corporate, operational, and financial objectives. The Director drives continuous improvement by implementing best‑practice procurement processes, optimizing supplier performance, strengthening logistics reliability, and standardizing systems and workflows. This position oversees strategic sourcing initiatives, vendor management, contract negotiations, and supplier compliance while ensuring cost efficiency, reliability, and quality. The Director also leads supply chain transformation through technology adoption and system optimization—supporting both near‑term operational needs and long‑term growth of the organization. Responsibilities Supply Chain Leadership & Strategy Build and lead a cohesive, enterprise‑wide supply chain function aligned with operational and financial objectives. Establish best‑practice sourcing, procurement, logistics, and inventory processes to ensure reliability and cost efficiency. Drive supply chain transformation through technology adoption, workflow automation, and standardized operating procedures. Sourcing & Supplier Management Lead sourcing initiatives to secure optimal pricing, quality, and performance across goods and services. Manage supplier evaluation, selection, onboarding, compliance, and ongoing performance reviews. Strengthen the Preferred Vendor Program and consolidate the supplier base where beneficial. Negotiate key contracts in partnership with Legal, ensuring favorable terms, compliance, and risk mitigation. Buying Channels, Systems & Process Optimization Implement efficient buying channels, catalog purchasing, and digital procurement tools to streamline operations. Ensure compliance with delegated authorities, procurement policies, and regulatory standards. Monitor market pricing and vendor adherence to contract terms. Source‑to‑Settle & Cross‑Functional Alignment Oversee the integrity and efficiency of the Source‑to‑Settle process in collaboration with Finance. Improve freight, logistics routing, and vendor compliance to reduce cost and enhance reliability. Monitor slow-moving and obsolete inventory and drive actions to improve inventory health. Analytics, Reporting & Cost Optimization Use enterprise spend analytics to identify savings opportunities, category strategies, and long‑term planning insights. Evaluate local purchasing efforts to ensure alignment with companywide cost and operational standards. Support capital projects with sourcing guidance and contract negotiation. Governance & Contract Management Maintain a centralized contract repository with clear metadata, renewal tracking, and compliance triggers. Develop and deploy contract templates with Legal for all procurement‑related documents. Industry Engagement Stay current with industry trends, procurement innovation, and hospitality supply chain developments; represent the company at relevant trade events. Qualifications Experience & Education Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred; relevant certifications (CPSM, CFSP, PMP) desirable. 15+ years in supply chain, procurement, or logistics within cruise, travel, hospitality, or like industries. Demonstrated experience managing broad supplier portfolios and complex, multi‑category contract negotiations. Background in procurement transformation or large‑scale process improvement preferred. Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of digital procurement platforms and Source‑to‑Settle best practices. High analytical capability with the ability to interpret complex data and make strategic recommendations. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder‑management skills. Proven leadership managing cross‑functional teams and multiple high‑impact projects. Ability to travel as needed. Benefits: For full-time employees, Windstar offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision; HSA & FSA; Life & Disability; Accident, Hospital & Critical Illness; Pet Insurance; Vacation, Sick Time and paid Holidays; 401(k) with Company Match; Employee Assistance Plan; Education Assistance and Employee Discounts & Travel Deals. EEO: Windstar is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Responsibilities

The Director of Supply Chain & Logistics will lead enterprise-wide supply chain operations, focusing on sourcing, procurement, logistics, and inventory management. This role involves driving continuous improvement and optimizing supplier performance to support corporate objectives.