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Contracting Assistant

Requisition ID:  3306
Department:  Contracting
Work Type:  On-site
Application Close Date:  30th January 2026

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 hundreds of trips in over 100 countries. 

We are Intrepid

We are Intrepid
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

At Intrepid, we believe outstanding trips are a collective effort – which is why we’re looking for a Contracting Assistant to help manage our supplier information. From accommodation and activities to transportation, our suppliers are key in delivering unforgettable experiences for our customers travelling across Sri Lanka!

In this role, you’ll support the Contracting Manager with key administrative tasks; creating supplier profiles on our in-house system, uploading supplier contracts and rates correctly, and assisting with contract renewals/ new agreements. By keeping information up to date, you’ll ensure our Tour Leaders and suppliers always have the right details at their fingertips. 

You’ll also collaborate with our Sales teams for trip costings and itinerary creation, while contributing to sourcing new suppliers. Most importantly, you’ll gain valuable insight into the contracting function; from securing the best deals to building trusted relationships with local suppliers!

This is a full-time permanent position based in Colombo, Sri Lanka.  

Some of the experience you’ll bring may include: 

  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail. 
  • Knowledge of suppliers, destinations and the Sri Lanka travel industry is an added advantage. 
  • Willingness to travel within Sri Lanka for supplier visits and market research. 
  • Confidence with using systems and technology. 
  • Previous experience in procurement, contracting within the travel sector is beneficial. 
  • Good communication and people skills.   
The world needs more Intrepid people: 

At Intrepid, we believe outstanding trips are a collective effort – which is why we’re looking for a Contracting Assistant to help manage our supplier information. From accommodation and activities to transportation, our suppliers are key in delivering unforgettable experiences for our customers travelling across Sri Lanka!

In this role, you’ll support the Contracting Manager with key administrative tasks; creating supplier profiles on our in-house system, uploading supplier contracts and rates correctly, and assisting with contract renewals/ new agreements. By keeping information up to date, you’ll ensure our Tour Leaders and suppliers always have the right details at their fingertips. 

You’ll also collaborate with our Sales teams for trip costings and itinerary creation, while contributing to sourcing new suppliers. Most importantly, you’ll gain valuable insight into the contracting function; from securing the best deals to building trusted relationships with local suppliers!

This is a full-time permanent position based in Colombo, Sri Lanka.  

Some of the experience you’ll bring may include: 

  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail. 
  • Knowledge of suppliers, destinations and the Sri Lanka travel industry is an added advantage. 
  • Willingness to travel within Sri Lanka for supplier visits and market research. 
  • Confidence with using systems and technology. 
  • Previous experience in procurement, contracting within the travel sector is beneficial. 
  • Good communication and people skills.   

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:  30th January 2026

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