OverviewAbout Kuoni Tumlare At Kuoni Tumlare, we deliver inspiring and innovative solutions and experiences that create value for our Partners and Society at large. Our portfolio is built on 100+ years of destination management experience. Our solutions include series tours, technical visits, educational tours, Japan specialist travel consulting, as well as meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions. Our product portfolio includes MyBus excursions at destinations as well as guaranteed departure tours devised and delivered by our Seat-in-Coach specialists, Europamundo (EMV) and MyBus Landcruise. We cater to a wide range of customer needs in close collaboration with trusted suppliers and powered by our team of destination experts.About The Business Our Destination Management services form the core of our business. Together with our destination experts, our sales and account management teams generate business by partnering with our customers (Tour Operators, Travel Agencies) to shape itineraries suited to traveler needs. We take care of everything from ground support, hotel bookings, sightseeing, restaurants, and local guides; all while providing 24/7 customer support so that travelers from over 50 countries can enjoy memorable travel experiences worry-free.About The RoleDestination Services Procurement Manager (DS Procurement Manager) is responsible for sourcing, contracting and managing destination services within assigned regions, ensuring high quality standards, competitive pricing and strong commercial performance. The role owns the commercial relationship with suppliers and contributes to the achievement of company targets by maximizing margins, supporting sales activities and promoting the destination offering through a high-quality and competitive supplier portfolio.Key activitiesContract all destination services (restaurants, transportation and other land services) in line with market plans, contracting guidelines and agreed timelinesEnsure accuracy, completeness, competitiveness and compliance of all contracted servicesManage day-to-day relationships with business partners in assigned regions, ensuring alignment with company quality standardsMonitor supplier performance, proactively addressing quality issues and ensuring consistency with company service expectationsSupport Sales teams through timely and accurate quotations, contributing to conversion and revenue growthActively contribute to destination promotion by identifying and developing attractive, market-relevant services and experiencesIdentify and develop commercial opportunities, including negotiation of exclusive products and added-value services to strengthen market positioningDrive margin optimization by securing the best possible commercial conditions and ensuring cost efficiency aligned with company targetsCollaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Operations and Finance to ensure alignment between sourcing, pricing and deliveryBuild and maintain strong supplier partnerships, including the implementation of marketing and commercial initiatives when relevantComplexityManagement of a large and diverse supplier portfolio across multiple destinationsBalancing multiple priorities including contracting deadlines, sales support and operational requirementsRequires strong commercial judgement, negotiation skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environmentHigh level of interaction with internal and external stakeholders across functions and marketsRequires strong understanding of destinations, market dynamics and customer expectationsAvailability to travel up to 25%Knowledge, Skills And Experience5 years of experience in contracting, procurement, business development or account management in the travel industryStrong negotiation and commercial skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levelsAbility to support sales through pricing, quotations and commercial solutionsStrong analytical skills, including performance monitoring, market and competitor analysisExcellent communication and presentation skills in English (additional languages are a plus)Ability to manage priorities, work independently and perform under pressureGood IT skills, including Microsoft Office and relevant systemsResults-driven mindset with a proactive and solution-oriented approachPersonal CharacteristicsStrong communicatorApproachable and collaborativeCommercially mindedSelf-motivated and proactivePragmatic and solution-orientedFlexible and adaptableAbility to work independently and under pressureTeam playerPassion for travel and destinationWhat We OfferOpportunity to work in an international environmentDiverse & Inclusive cultureLearning and training opportunities for growthDedicated Employee Engagement ActivitiesFlexible & Hybrid Working#J-18808-Ljbffr