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Contracting Manager Mexico

Requisition ID:  3568
Department:  Contracting
Work Type:  Hybrid
Application Close Date:  9th of August, 2026

At Intrepid Travel we exist to inspire, create, share and lead the best travel experiences ever – for both people and the planet. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences 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. We've been creating positive change through the joy of travel since 1989, and we’re proud to be a certified B Corp with 1000s of experiences in over 100 countries.

We are Intrepid

We are Intrepid
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

As the Contracting Manager, you will contribute to Intrepid's success by providing competitive prices through establishing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to secure the most advantageous services, contract terms, and booking allocations. You will also build and maintain a portfolio of suitable product options that enable sales teams and customer-facing brands to create innovative itineraries tailored to their needs. 

 

In this role, you will be responsible for managing suppliers and costings to ensure the successful and profitable operation of all Intrepid trips throughout Mexico. This includes accountability for sourcing and ongoing management of suppliers who provide quality services at competitive prices, as well as delivering accurate and timely costings to our clients. 

 

This is a Full-Time Permanent Position that will operate on a hybrid basis from our office in Cancun or Playa Del Carmen where you have the opportunity to work from home two days per week.  

 

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

  • A thorough understanding of and passion for Intrepid style of travel, including the styles of our different brands. 

  • A strong existing network of contacts, products, suppliers, destinations, and the travel industry in Mexico 

  • Experience in managing people and teams, including remote employees (management training and/or qualifications advantageous). 

  • Experience in reservations processes and systems, contracting, negotiation, and product development. 

  • Outstanding commercial, pricing, analytical and negotiation skills. 

  • Excellent written and spoken communicate skills in both Spanish and English. 

 

 

 

 

Please note  

  • We recognise that AI use in applications is becoming more common. We review applications carefully, so if you choose to use AI, please do so thoughtfully and include something personal - it really makes a difference.  

  • Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant.  

  • We also reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we receive a high volume of applications 
     
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

As the Contracting Manager, you will contribute to Intrepid's success by providing competitive prices through establishing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to secure the most advantageous services, contract terms, and booking allocations. You will also build and maintain a portfolio of suitable product options that enable sales teams and customer-facing brands to create innovative itineraries tailored to their needs. 

 

In this role, you will be responsible for managing suppliers and costings to ensure the successful and profitable operation of all Intrepid trips throughout Mexico. This includes accountability for sourcing and ongoing management of suppliers who provide quality services at competitive prices, as well as delivering accurate and timely costings to our clients. 

 

This is a Full-Time Permanent Position that will operate on a hybrid basis from our office in Cancun or Playa Del Carmen where you have the opportunity to work from home two days per week.  

 

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

  • A thorough understanding of and passion for Intrepid style of travel, including the styles of our different brands. 

  • A strong existing network of contacts, products, suppliers, destinations, and the travel industry in Mexico 

  • Experience in managing people and teams, including remote employees (management training and/or qualifications advantageous). 

  • Experience in reservations processes and systems, contracting, negotiation, and product development. 

  • Outstanding commercial, pricing, analytical and negotiation skills. 

  • Excellent written and spoken communicate skills in both Spanish and English. 

 

 

 

 

Please note  

  • We recognise that AI use in applications is becoming more common. We review applications carefully, so if you choose to use AI, please do so thoughtfully and include something personal - it really makes a difference.  

  • Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant.  

  • We also reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we receive a high volume of applications 
     

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: 

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 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 arrangements, work-from-home 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 trips 
  • 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.

Our people reflect the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit: 

Intrepid is made up of 71 nationalities in over 30 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 arrangements, work-from-home 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 trips 
  • 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.

We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and the adjustments you require, we will then be in touch to support your application.

We aim to ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion stay part of our recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careersupport@intrepidtravel.com with your name, location, and the adjustments you require, we will then be in touch to support your application.
Application Close Date:  9th of August, 2026

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