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Together, we create memorable moments for guests while building rewarding careers in a supportive, inclusive, and globally connected environment.\nAt Princess Cruises, we are passionate about delivering exceptional service and creating unforgettable experiences. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to excellence, thrive in a team environment, and take pride in making a positive impact on our guests and fellow teammates.\nAs part of the Princess family, you'll enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, international career pathways, and the unique opportunity to explore some of the world's most breathtaking destinations.\nKey Responsibilities\nMaintain accurate, up-to-date inventory records and system transactions for all hotel, food & beverage, and bonded store categories.\nCoordinate and support the loading, receiving, inspection, and verification of provisions, hotel stores, and bonded goods against purchase orders and delivery documentation.\nPlan, execute, and document regular physical inventories, cycle counts, and spot checks to ensure inventory accuracy and stock integrity.\nInvestigate inventory variances, analyse root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve stock accuracy and reduce waste or loss.\nPrepare, update, and distribute inventory reports, dashboards, and summaries to onboard leadership and shoreside teams as required.\nMonitor stock levels, shelf life, and stock rotation, and support voyage planning and replenishment to ensure product availability without overstocking.\nProcess invoices, transfers, requisitions, and inventory adjustments in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.\nPartner closely with Food & Beverage, Hotel Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to optimise inventory management and support operational decision-making.\nSupport compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and company policies, maintaining organised records for review.\nAssist with inventory audits and investigations, providing required documentation, explanations, and follow-up actions.\nIdentify and suggest opportunities to streamline inventory processes, enhance data quality, and drive continuous improvement.\nPerform additional inventory-related duties as assigned to support safe, efficient, and guest-ready onboard operations.\nSkills, Knowledge and Expertise\nExperience: Minimum 2 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, logistics, supply chain, hospitality, or a related operational field, ideally within a hotel, resort, cruise, or large-scale food & beverage environment.\nInventory & Data Accuracy: Proven ability to maintain accurate inventory records and system transactions, with experience in stock reconciliations, cycle counts, and variance investigations.\nAnalytical Skills: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret inventory reports, identify trends or discrepancies, and recommend corrective and preventive actions.\n Systems & Tools: Proficiency with inventory management or ERP systems (e.g. CrunchTime, Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, or similar), and intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills (sorting, filtering, PivotTables, lookups, and basic data analysis).\nOrganisational & Time Management: Advanced organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume operational environment.\nAttention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data entry, documentation, and reconciliation, with a strong commitment to maintaining data integrity.\nReporting & Documentation: Ability to prepare clear, accurate inventory reports and maintain well-organised records that support audits, internal controls, and operational decision-making.\nProcess & Compliance Focus: Solid understanding of standard operating procedures, internal controls, and audit requirements, with the ability to follow and uphold company policies consistently.\nCommunication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain inventory findings and recommendations clearly to both operational and finance stakeholders.\nIndependence & Collaboration: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively with Food & Beverage, Hotel Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.\nContinuous Improvement Mindset: Proactive, solutions-focused approach with a willingness to identify process improvements and contribute to a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.\nPreferred Qualifications\nShipboard, hotel stores, food & beverage stores, or large warehouse inventory experience.\nHands-on experience supporting inventory audits, cycle counts, physical inventories, and financial control activities.\nExperience receiving, inspecting, and verifying goods against purchase orders, specifications, and delivery documentation.\nBackground in hospitality, food & beverage, hotel, cruise, retail, distribution, or similar high-volume operations.\nExperience with inventory reporting, variance analysis, and root cause investigation.\nBenefits\nEmbark on a career adventure like no other! 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