Job Responsibilities

Category Procurement:

Formulate comprehensive procurement strategies for various travel-related categories, i.e., airlines, hotels, ground transportation, and other travel services.
Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and negotiate favorable terms and pricing.
Collaborate with stakeholders to identify specific travel-related needs and align procurement strategies with organizational objectives.
Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical procurement practices.

Contract Management:

Oversee the contract signing process; ensure all necessary legal and commercial terms are clearly defined and agreed upon.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance against established contract terms; address discrepancies or issues promptly.
Collaborate with legal and finance teams to handle contract modifications, extensions, and terminations.

Supplier Management:

Establish a supplier evaluation framework to regularly assess the performance and capabilities of existing suppliers.
Identify opportunities for supplier development; work closely with suppliers to improve offerings and service levels.
Conduct supplier audits and evaluations to ensure compliance with quality standards, sustainability practices, and regulatory requirements.

Internal Coordination:

Facilitate effective communication and cooperation with the Travel Operations team to understand their requirements and align procurement strategies accordingly.
Collaborate with the Finance team to ensure budgetary adherence and cost optimization in the procurement process.

People Management

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree.
5+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Meetings, Events, and/or Corporate Travel.
3+ years of experience in change management, or project management in supply chain, corporate travel, finance, digital systems or banking/treasury.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree – Supply Chain, Business Management, Finance, and/or Corporate Travel.
Experience in Travel Services procurement.
In-depth understanding of the intricacies of the industry.
Able to independently manage and execute end-to-end procurement projects, i.e., demand analysis, sourcing, negotiation, and contract management.
Knowledge of the latest trends and technologies in the travel or tourism industry.
Interest in leveraging innovative solutions to enhance procurement processes.
Analytical skills (data and financial analysis).
Make data-driven decisions, by using procurement software and tools.
Negotiation, presentation and English communication(verbal/written) skills.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Detail-oriented and organized.
Capacity to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Work in a fast-paced, highly demanding environment.

$110K – $140K a year