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Contracting Manager, Central Europe

Requisition ID:  2749
Department:  Contracting
Work Type:  Remote
Application Close Date:  4th March 2025

 

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: 

Join Intrepid as a Contracting Manager and take the lead in shaping and expanding our Central Europe Contracting Department. This exciting role places you at the heart of our operations, where you'll negotiate outstanding supplier agreements, secure the best rates, and enhance trip profitability, all while ensuring exceptional service standards. You'll build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers through regular communication and visits, set and manage trip costs, and collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate costings and invoicing. Additionally, you'll oversee the maintenance and effective use of our pricing system, and work closely with other departments to address supplier issues and navigate crisis situations. 
 
You'll manage the Contracting function in the region by streamlining processes, improving Intrepid`s buying power and visibility in the region, strengthening relationships and sourcing new partners and suppliers. You will collaborate closely and provide vital support to Destination Product, Operations, Reservations, and Finance teams.   

 

Initially remote, this full-time, permanent role will need to be based in Central Europe in one of the following regions: Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland or Hungary.Travel within the region and to our office in Croatia will be required, with the position transitioning to an office-based role once our Central Europe office is established. 

 

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

  • Proven experience in contracting, sourcing suppliers, and managing supplier agreements within the Travel Industry in Central Europe. 

  • Previous experience working in DMC and securing small group allotments preferred.  

  • Strong negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive terms. 

  • Experience managing staff and leading successful teams. 

  • Excellent communication skills in English, with additional European languages being an advantage. 

  • Understanding of the local travel industry in Europe, including market dynamics and supplier networks. 

  • Willingness and ability to travel frequently within the region. 

  • Outstanding organisational skills and attention to detail. 

 

If you're ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, this is your opportunity to drive Intrepid's growth in Central Europe.

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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