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Contracting Manager, West Europe

Requisition ID:  2687
Department:  Contracting
Work Type:  Hybrid
Application Close Date:  11th December 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: 

Are you ready to shape the future of adventure travel while championing responsible and sustainable tourism? Intrepid Travel is seeking a passionate and driven Contracting Manager to lead and evolve our West Europe Contracting Department. 

 
In this role, you will have primary accountability for developing an outstanding service range at the best possible rates while driving effective contracting systems and improving trip profitability. Your expertise will help forge and nurture strong supplier partnerships, continuously elevating service quality for Intrepid’s customers. 

 
Working closely with the Destination Product Manager for West Europe, you’ll support the development of innovative new itineraries tailored to client needs. This cross-functional role will also see you collaborating with our Operations, Sales, Reservations, and Finance teams to ensure we’re delivering exceptional travel experiences every time. 

 
Intrepid is not just about travel - it’s about changing how we see the world. Be part of a global company committed to purpose-driven travel that benefits both our people and the places we explore. 
 
This is a full-time, permanent position operating in a hybrid capacity out of our Valencia office 2-3 days per week.  

 

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

  • Proven expertise in sourcing and managing supplier contracts effectively, preferably as a Contracting/Purchasing Manager. 
  • Strong negotiation skills to secure the best deals and build lasting partnerships. 
  • Leadership experience with a track record of managing staff and leading high-performing teams. 
  • Native Spanish speaker with excellent communication skills in English. Additional European languages being highly advantageous. 
  • Deep understanding of the local travel industry across Europe, with flexibility and willingness to travel frequently within the region. 
  • Analytical acumen with preferred experience in business development and/or financial analysis to drive commercial growth. 

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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