Supply Chain Intern

Join the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection: Where Every Voyage is a Symphony of Luxury

Embark on an extraordinary journey with the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, an exquisite extension of the renowned Ritz-Carlton brand, dedicated to redefining ultra-luxury hospitality at sea. As a "Lady or Gentleman" of our esteemed team, you'll be entrusted with the art of delivering the impeccable "Gold Standards" that have made the Ritz-Carlton an epitome of excellence across the globe.

The Essence of Excellence: The Gold Standards

The Gold Standards are the bedrock of the Ritz-Carlton experience, setting us apart in the industry and establishing a legacy of unparalleled service. These standards embody the values and culture that define our brand, and serve as the compass guiding our every endeavor.

The Employee Promise

At The Ritz-Carlton, our Ladies & Gentlemen are the most important resource in our service commitment to each other and our guests.

By applying the principles of trust, honesty, respect, integrity, and commitment, we empower and nurture talent to the benefit of each individual and the company.

The Ritz-Carlton fosters a culture where all are valued, quality of life is enhanced, individual aspirations are fulfilled, and The Ritz-Carlton Mystique is strengthened.

Join us on a journey where every day is a testament to the highest standard of luxury and service. Apply now and be part of an unparalleled legacy in hospitality.

Supply Chain & Procurement Intern

Position Overview

The Supply Chain & Procurement Intern will support the Procurement and Supply Chain team in the sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, and logistical coordination of Food & Beverage, Hotel, and operational supplies across The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection fleet.

This role provides exposure to an international and highly dynamic supply chain environment, supporting luxury yacht operations across multiple regions and markets. The intern will work closely with Procurement, Logistics, Finance, onboard teams, and external suppliers to help ensure the right products are sourced and delivered at the right time, cost, and quality. The position is particularly suited to someone interested in developing practical experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain operations and supplier management.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Procurement team with daily purchasing and sourcing activities.

Assist in preparing and managing RFQs, tenders, and supplier bids, including price comparisons and commercial analysis.

Support the creation and maintenance of purchase orders, requisitions, and procurement records.

Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, product specifications, availability, lead times, and delivery information.

Assist with supplier onboarding and registration processes.

Support price negotiations and benchmarking exercises under the guidance of the Procurement team.

Monitor purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.

Assist in identifying alternative products and suppliers when required.

Support the preparation of procurement reports, spend analyses, and supplier performance reviews.

Maintain and update item, supplier, and pricing information within procurement systems.

Help investigate discrepancies between purchase orders, deliveries, and invoices.

Coordinate with Logistics regarding consolidation, international shipments and vessel loading schedules.

Work closely with Finance, Operations, and onboard teams to support the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process.

Support ongoing projects aimed at improving procurement processes, data quality, cost control and supply chain efficiency.

Participate in market research and sourcing activities for new geographical regions and ports.

Candidate Profile

Currently completing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Logistics, Economics, or a related field

Strong interest in procurement and international supply chain management

Good analytical skills and confidence working with numbers and commercial data

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or procurement systems is an advantage

Organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Proactive, curious, and comfortable taking ownership of assigned tasks

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Fluent English is required; additional languages are an advantage

Comfortable working in an international and multicultural environment

What You Will Learn

During the internship, you will gain hands-on experience in:

Strategic and operational procurement

International sourcing

Supplier negotiations and relationship management

Tender and bid processes

Purchase order management

Spend and pricing analysis

Logistics and international supply chain coordination

Procure-to-Pay processes

Cross-functional collaboration with Finance and Operations

Supply chain management within the luxury hospitality and maritime industry

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is analytical, commercially minded and operationally curious, with a genuine interest in understanding how an international procurement organization supports a complex luxury operation. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with data and people and should be willing to move between analytical projects and hands-on operational procurement activities depending on business priorities.

The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection is an Equal opportunity, inclusive employer and will consider all applicants for employment with the Company on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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