Planning & Governance Manager

Are you eager about navigating the exciting world of high-quality service and products in the cruise business? Within our Procurement & Supply Chain department, youll have the opportunity to contribute to the efficiency of our operations and showcase your skills in shaping our procurement strategies across the Italian, European, and global markets.

The Procurement Excellence & Development Department is your anchor for success in the Procurement & Supply Chain at Costa. With collaboration at its core, our team aligns strategic procurement across various functions, ensuring precise strategy implementation and resource allocation. Join us, as we are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Manager to lead a very skilled team of data analysts and system administrator.

Who we are:

Welcome to our global community! We take pride in our diverse community of over 20,000 professionals from 70 different countries and cultures. At Costa, we believe in open communication, positivity, and support. We foster an environment built on trust and transparency, where everyones voice is heard.

How you’ll live your ambition:

From our offices in Genoa, as a Planning & Governance Manager, you will manage the data of the department, doing analysis and demand forecasting. You will define processes assuring the compliance of the company policies, define KPI and monitor department performances highlighting criticalities and areas of improvement. You will play a pivotal role in bringing innovation, leading projects, being the interface with the IT department.

Demonstrate your passion

• You will have the opportunity to know the whole processes of our complex supply chain. Working with an international environment and several sourcing team sparse in Italy, Germany and US you will have the freedom and power to start initiatives that bring innovation and efficiency to our processes.
• Empowering excellence and fueling high-quality delivery is something youre accustomed to. Your role will be to understand the complexity of our business needs and ensure the implementation of the most effective strategies.

Get things right

• To reach our goals, you will engage with various stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in ensuring that our performance aligns in the right direction.
• As a champion of high standards and governance, it will be your responsibility to oversee and ensure an uninterrupted flow of essential supplies.
• Thanks to your experience, you will be able to handle all specification and Department procedures.

What makes you unique

• Youre a master in your role, shaped by your involvement in international and complex contexts where youve handled data, projects, people and processes for over 5 years.
• An academic background in Economics, IT, Business, or Supply Chain Management has been your starting point.
• Your passion and enthusiasm in facing new challenges, propose solutions leading projects and working in team is essential in this role.
• Your experience and knack for building strong alliances with cross-functional teams will be instrumental in collaborating to drive strategic initiatives and achieve exceptional business results.
• Every day, you contribute to empowering excellence through a data-driven approach and analytical mindset. For this, you have an advanced competence in MS excel, power BI will be considered a plus.
• As a global citizen, you embrace diversity and communicate fluently in English.

Why Costa

• Your role is going to shape our Procurement & Supply Chain strategy. We can offer you the opportunity to explore your potential in the cruise industry, working with high-quality standards and international stakeholders.
• Youll be a vital part of our Genoa office, where our strategies come to life and our ships set sail. Plus, youll have the flexibility to work remotely, adding an extra layer of freedom to your experience.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Costa is like a world within a world. Shipboard and shoreside, we are an extraordinary melting pot of different backgrounds, experiences, ages and cultures. Each of us brings unique insights and perspectives. All of us are valued and respected for who we are. Costa is a global community where everyone belongs.

Join us, lets set sail on an unforgettable journey together. Apply today to drive success and live your ambition!

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