Royal Caribbean Group · 4 hours ago
Director, Newbuild Strategy
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expRoyal Caribbean Group is a leading cruise line company, and they are seeking a strategic leader to join their Newbuild organization as Director of Strategic Planning. This role is crucial for shaping ship development by aligning brand vision with operational feasibility and business goals, while also overseeing a high-performing team to tackle complex challenges within the Newbuild department.
Travel
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic planning process for the Newbuild department, ensuring alignment with broader corporate objectives
Develop and launch key strategic initiatives that drive long-term growth and operational excellence
Maintain a clear understanding of corporate strategy and translate it into actionable departmental priorities
Conduct competitive and industry analysis to inform strategic decisions and maintain a forward-looking perspective on market dynamics
Own the creation and management of departmental operating plans
Continuously assess strategic initiatives to ensure appropriate leadership, resources, and execution capabilities are in place
Keep executive leadership informed and enable timely decision-making across Newbuild programs
Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, fostering collaboration and alignment across teams
Facilitate creative problem-solving and brainstorming sessions, encouraging diverse perspectives and innovative thinking
Organize and align the portfolio of strategic initiatives, proactively managing risks and contingency plans
Identify and build new organizational capabilities to support long-term competitive advantage
Oversee project teams conducting research, expert interviews, data analysis, and financial modeling
Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring reporting and reviews focus on outcomes and actionable insights
Support special projects by providing strategic guidance and ensuring sound execution
Inspire and engage team members through mentorship, coaching, and day-to-day leadership
Continuously seek opportunities to add value beyond formal responsibilities
Qualification
Required
MBA or equivalent advanced business degree from a top-tier institution required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategy, ideally within a leading consulting firm or corporate strategy function
Strong financial acumen, with expertise in quantitative analysis, ROI modeling, and familiarity with tools such as Hyperion Studio, Essbase, SAS, or R
Proven ability to apply structured problem-solving frameworks and develop actionable solutions
Demonstrated success in delivering executive-level presentations and translating insights into execution
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Track record of high performance, as evidenced by reviews, recognition, and results
Exceptional strategic thinking and analytical capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear, actionable insights
Strong communication and influencing skills, with confidence in engaging senior stakeholders
Quick learner with the ability to connect diverse information sources to business strategy
High integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
Preferred
Experience in the cruise or broader vacation industry is preferred
Experience with M&A or equity analysis is a plus
Deep understanding of value creation in the cruise industry and familiarity with key corporate data
Benefits
Competitive compensation & benefits package
Excellent career development opportunities
Company
Royal Caribbean Group
Royal Caribbean Group is a cruise vacation company with a global fleet of 63 ships traveling around the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.43BKey Investors
RCI HoldingsMorgan Stanley
2025-09-22Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $2.28B
2024-09-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Jason Liberty
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Matt Denesuk
SVP, Chief AI Officer
Recent News
2025-12-20
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