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Job ID 10950 Location Miami Date posted 07/08/2025 Work Style Onsite
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Company Overview

At Carnival Cruise Line, our mission is to create safe, fun, and memorable vacations at a great value. As a valued member of our team, you'll actively contribute to developing exceptional travel experiences and unforgettable moments, every single day. Your Carnival journey begins here!

Our Culture Essentials

Joining the Carnival team means embracing our six Culture Essentials, which are the cornerstone values shaping our identity, principles, and actions. These beliefs and behaviors not only define who we are but also unite us as a team, guiding us in decision-making, fostering relationships, tackling challenges, and reaching milestones. These culture essentials propel us toward a shared vision of success, ensuring a collective effort in shaping our future.

  • Speak Up
  • Respect & Protect
  • Empower
  • Improve
  • Listen & Learn
  • Communicate

Responsibilities

Job ID 10950 Location Miami, FL Date posted 07/08/2025

The Sr Specialist, IT Logistics is responsible for coordinating and organizing activities in accordance with the ship loading schedule to ensure timely onboard delivery of equipment and project completions. This position collaborates closely with vendors and contractors, managing logistics and timelines to facilitate efficient operations and adherence to predetermined schedules. This position is instrumental in implementing and adhering to compliance standards and security measures throughout the shipping and receiving processes. This role is pivotal in ensuring the IT department operates smoothly and efficiently, supporting internal operations and external customer service objectives.

Essential Functions:

  • Oversee and maintain the loading schedule for each ship, ensuring all activities are planned according to operational timelines.  Conduct thorough checks on all equipment designated for shipment. Wrap, weigh, and process pallets or cases, preparing them for loading according to the specific requirements of each ship.  Ensure all items are ready and meet the requirements before the scheduled dispatch. Efficiently process equipment for loading based on daily schedules, ensuring accurate and timely handling.
  • Maintain regular communication with the IT Officer and Project Manager to report and discuss any significant occurrences or updates related to loading operations.
  • Oversee the reception of incoming offloads and direct them to the appropriate bins or pallets scheduled for outgoing shipment to ships.
  • Promptly respond to all incoming emails from ships and project managers, ensuring timely communication and resolution of inquiries or issues. 
  • Close pending or open cases related to equipment and supplies, ensuring all are resolved or escalated as necessary. Review and respond to each case or request from ships concerning equipment needs, ensuring timely fulfillment.
  • Monitor and report on low inventory items, ensuring that stock levels are maintained to meet the operational demands of the ships.
  • Effectively communicate with warehouse personnel and loading individuals to coordinate and streamline operations.
  • Acquire proficiency in the system used by Transcor, the warehouse provider, to enhance operational efficiency and integration.
  • Manage vendor relationships to maintain high standards of service and reliability. Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely and accurate delivery of supplies and equipment.

Qualifications:

  • Associate’s Degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field or equivalent work experience 
  • 5+ years IT and logistics or supply chain management, preferably within IT required
  • 1+ years in the cruise and/or travel industry preferred.
  • Forklift Certification (OSHA) upon hire preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to manage logistics software systems and technology related to inventory and shipment tracking.
  • Solid knowledge of IT equipment and familiarity with a wide range of IT programs
  • Skilled in operating heavy machinery for moving and wrapping pallets.
  • Must be able to multi-task.
  • Excellent skills in critical thinking, creative problem solving, and root cause analysis.  
  • Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and deadlines for self and while coaching others.   
  • Analytical and detailed oriented with a strong business sense for self and while coaching others.   
  • Ability to manage tight deadlines, prioritize workload and help others prioritize, and achieve effective results.     
  • Excellent communication, team building, conflict management, and organizational skills.   
  • Comfortable doing business across various teams while collaborating with professionals with diverse cultural backgrounds. 
  • Proven track record of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals and drive results. 
  • Proficiency in MS Office. 
  • Ability to quickly learn and teach new technologies and concepts. 

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds

Travel: No Travel

Work Conditions: Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and/or operate machinery. Work entails working in both an office and warehouse environment.  The warehouse will reach high temperatures during the summer months.

This position is classified as “in-office.” Because of the nature of the role, employees are required to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida five days each week.  Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area.

Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.  

At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival’s discretionary equity incentive plan. Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including:

  • Health Benefits:
    • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
    • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
    • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage 
  • Financial Benefits:
    • 401(k) plan that includes a company match
    • Employee Stock Purchase plan
  • Paid Time Off
    • Holidays – All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee’s discretion. 
    • Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year; director and above level start with 19 days/year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours/year.  All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
    • Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year.  Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.  
  • Other Benefits
    • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends
    • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement 
    • On-site Fitness center at our Miami campus

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About Us

At Carnival Cruise Line, our mission is to consistently deliver safe, fun, and memorable vacations at a great value. As the world’s most popular cruise line, we offer a variety of unique experiences across our fleet, ensuring that every voyage is filled with excitement and discovery. From world-class entertainment and dining to exploring stunning destinations, we create lasting memories for our guests while maintaining a dedication to the places we visit and the lives we touch.

Join us and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a global community that makes a difference.

In addition to other duties/functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.

Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. In this regard, it does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and/or international law. 

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Employee Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Environment

    Empowering work-life integration and flexible opportunities for your personal and career success

  • Wellness Programs

    Comprehensive employer wellness programs featuring mental health support and fitness options, including an on-site gym

  • Cruise Benefits

    An array of qualified complimentary and heavily discounted cruise options for the ultimate dream getaway

  • Parental Programs

    Generous parental leave time and adoption assistance programs

  • Retirement Plan

    Secure your future with our exceptional Traditional and Roth 401(k) options complemented by valuable company contributions

  • Employee Stock Purchase

    Invest in tomorrow with the opportunity to purchase Carnival shares at a discounted rate from their fair market value

In addition to the above, we offer PTO and company holidays as well as a variety of medical, dental, and voluntary plans

Culture

Get ready to embark on a journey filled with unforgettable moments. Just as our cruises create incredible memories for our guests, we're dedicated to making work an adventure you'll truly enjoy. Get ready to embrace exhilarating challenges that come with equally exhilarating rewards. You'll join our vibrant and inclusive community, where diversity is not just embraced – it's celebrated. Let's create memories together!

I love the variety in my work at Carnival. Each day brings new challenges that require creative thinking. Collaborating with different team members on projects keeps things fresh and interesting, making every day unique and exciting. Moreover, being part of Carnival means being part of a culture that values initiative and fosters continuous improvement. This sense of empowerment fuels my passion for what I do and inspires me to strive for excellence every day.

Miguel Fleet Technical Document Center Manager Summit Seeker

Carnival is a great place to learn and grow.

Tyrone Lost Mail Clerk Chess Master

Carnival’s culture is fun, welcoming, vibrant, flexible, fast-paced, diverse, and innovative. Carnival welcomes guests from all over the world to sail on our ships. Our crew members are caring and make the guest experience awesome. The fun continues to connect shoreside where I have an opportunity to interact with employees from all levels of the organization to assist them with their HR questions. From the guest to shoreside experience, we embrace the FUN!

Annelys HR Services and Shoreside Immigration Supervisor Fitness Guru

Carnival has been instrumental in my personal growth by providing opportunities to step out of my comfort zone and develop essential skills like flexibility and teamwork. Professionally, their commitment to continuous learning and career development has empowered me to take on new challenges and advance in my field.

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