Contracting Manager

As the largest travel B Corp globally Intrepid creates positive change through
the joy of travel by offering sustainable, experience-rich travel and
providing the best travel experiences ever, for both the people and the planet
Travel to us is a force for good and we want to be the best travel company not
just in the world, but for the world. So, let’s change the way we all see the
world, together as now more than ever, the world needs Intrepid people.
The Position
Our Contracting team ensures competitive prices, by establishing and
maintaining relationships with suppliers to secure the most advantageous
contract terms. The team also builds a stock of suitable product options to
enable our business to create itineraries based on customer needs. With the
guidance, tools, and materials provided by the Intrepid Global team, you will
provide leadership and be responsible for the implementation of procurement
and pricing practices within Intrepid Egypt. You will ensure Global policies,
processes, and training are rolled out to deliver the best price and product
and all data and information required by sales and for costings will be
accurately maintained within Travel Studio by the team.
An important part of this role will be to gather feedback and information on
our sustainable, experience-rich travel experiences from locals and source an
adequate supply of products for use in customer inquiries and itineraries.
This is a full-time ‎12-month contract position, based out of our office in
Cairo Egypt, and can operate on a hybrid or remote basis for the right
candidate.
A love of travel is a must-have! With that you’ll bring experience in:
* A thorough understanding of and passion for Intrepid’s style of travel, including the styles of our different brands
* Knowledge of products, suppliers, destinations and the travel industry in local region
* Experience in procurement processes, contracting, negotiation and product development
* Experience managing staff and leading a team
* Ability to communicate well in written and spoken English
* Undergraduate and graduate degrees would be an advantage
You’ll have outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail and be
able to demonstrate your leadership in your approach to teamwork. Your strong
decision-making skills and ability to drive and manage continuous improvement
and change will be the catalyst to your success in this role, while always
living to Intrepid’s core values of integrity, innovation, fun, passion,
growth, and responsibility
What it’s like to work for Intrepid:
Our team reflects the diversity of our customers and the communities we visit,
our people are comprised of ‎58 nationalities in ‎46 countries and Intrepid
recognizes that diversity makes us a stronger business. With a commitment to
breaking down barriers, we support a culture where people can be themselves.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including First
Nation People, LGBTQI+ people, people living with a disability, people from
previously disadvantaged backgrounds, and people from different ethnicities,
races, and religions.
Some of our benefits include:
* Flexible work options, including work from home or work from anywhere for ‎4 weeks a year! We’ll work with you to ensure you keep your work-life balance
* Experience Intrepid yourself with an extra week of leave and a free trip every year! Plus further travel discounts for you, your family, and close friends!
* E-learning, and professional development, with diverse global career opportunities
* Employee Assistance Program, a ‎24/‎7 service that offers counseling for you and your family
* ‎20 hours of volunteer leave, to make a difference towards causes that are important to you!
If you exist to inspire, create, share, and lead in what you do, then Intrepid
Travel wants to hear from you, we encourage you not to delay your application
as we may close advertising early if the right person is identified.
Applications will close on the 10th of March ‎2023
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to E£‎335,000.‎00 per year