Contracting Manager

Requisition ID: 2996

Department: Contracting

Work Type: Hybrid

Application Close Date: 20th of May

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.

The world needs more Intrepid people:

As the Contracting Manager, you are responsible for managing and developing the Contracting department in Peru and Bolivia. You will secure a wide range of services at the most competitive rates and terms, while also establishing effective contracting systems.

Your role includes overseeing supplier agreements, improving trip profitability, and enhancing the overall quality of service. You will maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and identify alternative options when necessary.

You will also support the strategic direction set by the General Manager and collaborate with other departments to achieve the company’s goals of cost-effectiveness in both current and new itineraries for Intrepid and its external business partners.

This is a Full-Time Permanent Position that will operate on a hybrid basis out of our office in Lima, Peru.

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

Proven experience in contracting and sourcing suppliers

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

Knowledge of product, suppliers, destinations, and the travel industry in Peru & Bolivia.

Excellent negotiation skills & business ethics

Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish

Undergraduate and graduate degrees would be an advantage

Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and a collaborative team spirit.

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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