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General Manager Global Procurement

Requisition ID:  2620
Department:  Procurement & Purchasing
Work Type:  Hybrid
Application Close Date:  15th November 2024

 

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. More than 34 years later, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with hundreds of trips in over 100 countries. 

 

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. More than 34 years later, we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with more than 1000 small group trips in over 120 countries. 

 

 
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

At Intrepid, we pride ourselves on delivering unique travel experiences.  The world needs more Intrepid people, and more people means more customers, more trips, more exploring of destinations - which also means more suppliers. With over 8,000 suppliers worldwide, we’re now looking for a GM of Procurement to build and then lead our procurement function at Intrepid, helping us shape the future of how we do business. 


In this role you’ll develop then implement a procurement strategy vision and roadmap for Intrepid globally, while providing expert advice and training to the business on sourcing and negotiation contracts.  Responsibilities include both our direct (product) and indirect spend.  


You’ll be overseeing the contracting of our decentralised teams based in over 30 offices worldwide, making sure we stick to best practices and stay compliant, while also fostering a culture of innovation and growth and upskilling our people along the way.  You’ll initiate cost-saving initiatives to optimise our procurement spend.  Plus, you’ll ensure our purchases, supplier relationships and contracts align with our sustainability goals and reflect our values and purpose, helping us continue our journey to ‘Buy Better’ on a global scale. 


This is a unique opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a difference and wants to bring their expertise to a company driven by sustainability and purpose. This role is a permanent position based in Melbourne that operates on a hybrid basis; however, we are also open to candidates based in London.  


Some of the experience you’ll bring with you may include:  

  • 7+ years in procurement leadership, ideally in travel or with transferable skills. 

  • International experience with a strong grasp of global cultural differences. 

  • Experience creating and implementing a global decentralized procurement function from scratch. 

  • Expertise in procurement best practices, contract management, and supplier relationships. 

  • Proven track record managing global suppliers and stakeholders. 

  • Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills. 

  • Experienced in leading and developing high-performing teams. 

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit:
Intrepid is made up of 58 nationalities across 46 countries, and we recognise that diversity makes us a stronger business. We support a culture where people can be themselves and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Including First Nations People, LGBTQI+ people, those living with a disability, or from disadvantaged backgrounds, and all people from different ethnicities, races, and religions. 

Rewarding and developing our people is important to us, some of our work perks include:
     •     Flexible work options, such as work-from-home options and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year
     •     A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends
     •     5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trip's
     •     A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions. 
     •     Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs
     •     20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you
     •     Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family

We are Real. Together. Ambitious. Impactful. These are our values and to us they're more than just words, they are the pillars of our success and every day it's our people and the work they do that bring them to life.

At Intrepid ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion is an important part of our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to submit your application, please email careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and the accommodations you need, we will then be in touch to support your application.

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