Carnival Maritime

Technical Purchaser (f/m/d)

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Job ID 2025-0280 Date posted 08/13/2025 City Hamburg State Country Germany Job Type Full-time

Introduction


Carnival Maritime: Where maritime excellence thrives!

We are a proud member of Carnival Corporation, responsible for the maritime operations of AIDA Cruises and Costa Crociere.

Founded in 2015, Carnival Maritime is dedicated to enhancing communication between ship and shore. We are committed to strengthening collaboration and cross-functional coordination with our brands.

Our Hamburg-based team comprises a diverse group of professionals with expertise in Marine and Technical operations, HESS, and Technical Procurement.

Our employees create an open, rich, and vibrant working environment through their varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

As part of Canival Corporation, we honour the integrity of every ocean we sail, embedding this commitment in everything we do. Anchored in safety, efficiency, and innovation, we empower our brands to meet the highest standards and deliver unforgettable journeys.


Your Responsibilities

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Join our dynamic team as a Technical Purchaser, where you will be the key to unlocking a seamless and cost-efficient supply of technical materials and services. With a sharp focus on meeting specifications, quality standards, and required benchmarks, you'll play an essential role in ensuring the timely delivery of goods. As a master of managing requests for quotation and skillfully handling discrepancies and claims, you'll be the bridge that connects us with our valued vendors. Your vigilant tracking of delivery progress and vendor performance will ensure an efficient supply chain from requisition to delivery, and your proactive approach to continuous improvement will elevate both our department and supplier relationships. Get ready to lead the charge in driving impactful cost reduction projects and taking our procurement processes to the next level!

  • Timely and economical supply of all technical material and services based on specifications, defined quality and required standards
  • Management of the requests for quotation
  • Resolution of quality and quantity discrepancies and handling of claims to vendors
  • Tracking of delivery progress and monitoring the vendors performance
  • Proactive coordination and follow-up of the supply chain from the requisition until delivery
  • Actively promote continuous improvement for the department and the suppliers
  • Propose, drive, and participate to cost reduction projects


Your Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree or Professional training in Business administration and/or Supply Chain and/or Maritime management desirable
  • professional experience in maritime purchasing and supply chain sector
  • Excellent command of the English language both in verbal and in written (English is our company language.)
  • Experience with MS Office 365 and good knowledge of Excel

We Offer


  • 30 days of holidays per year 
  • Flexible working hours & the possibility to work from home for up to three days per week, providing a healthy work-life balance and increased convenience
  • The flexibility of working remotely for up to 10 days a year across Europe
  • The opportunity to work with international experts from more than 40 nationalities in a dynamic and vibrant team, fostering a working environment that promotes Speaking Up, Respecting and Protecting, Improving, Communicating, Listening, Learning, and Empowerment. 
  • Cruises at exclusive discounted prices for all employees, and additionally their family & friends (as from 6 months seniority)
  • Exclusive employee benefits and access to corporate perks and offers
  • Employers’ contribution to ProfiTicket for local transport 
  • Diverse learning and development possibilities, enabling you to expand your knowledge and skills in our organization
  • Participation in the company pension scheme (starting in your third-year seniority) 
  • Free use of the pool bicycles for leisurely strolls during your lunch break or weekends
  • A modern headquarters located in the heart of the HafenCity, an innovative urban district that embraces its proximity to the Elbe River

Interested?


We are looking forward to receiving your application!


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