Hotel Contracting Manager
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- England,London,Greater London,Harrow
- Full Time, Permanent
- £35,000 - £50,000 per annum, inc benefits
Job Description:
About the Role
A well-established London-based B2B tour operator specialising in group travel across Europe is seeking an experienced Hotel Contracting Manager with a strong focus on hotel contracting and ground services in French-speaking territories.
This role is pivotal in ensuring cost-effective, high-quality accommodation and travel services for international group clients. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, negotiate hotel contracts, and support the smooth delivery of complex group itineraries.
Key Responsibilities *Lead hotel contracting and purchasing activities for group travel programmes
*Negotiate rates, allocations, and terms with hotel suppliers across Europe (predominantly French-speaking territories)
*Build and maintain strong relationships with senior-level service providers
*Monitor availability, pricing, and supplier performance
*Analyse market trends to inform purchasing strategies
*Ensure purchasing activity aligns with budgets and company policies
*Maintain accurate procurement records and contracts
*Collaborate closely with operations, sales, and finance teams
*Support wider purchasing and operational needs as required
Skills & Experience Required *Minimum 5 years’ experience in travel, tourism, or hospitality
*Proven negotiation experience within the hotel industry
*Existing contacts within the hotel and tourism sector
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
*Tenacious, results-driven approach with sound commercial judgement
*High level of attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*Fluent in English and French (additional languages an advantage)
*Confident IT skills, including Excel and Microsoft Office
*Minimum A-levels or equivalent
Personal Attributes *Flexible team player willing to support other departments
*Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
*Professional, proactive, and commercially minded
What’s Offered *Opportunity to join a respected and growing group travel specialist
*Competitive salary depending on experience
*Key role with autonomy and influence over purchasing strategy
*Long-term career progression as the business evolves
To Apply:
Please submit your CV (cover letter optional) to . All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.
A well-established London-based B2B tour operator specialising in group travel across Europe is seeking an experienced Hotel Contracting Manager with a strong focus on hotel contracting and ground services in French-speaking territories.
This role is pivotal in ensuring cost-effective, high-quality accommodation and travel services for international group clients. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, negotiate hotel contracts, and support the smooth delivery of complex group itineraries.
Key Responsibilities *Lead hotel contracting and purchasing activities for group travel programmes
*Negotiate rates, allocations, and terms with hotel suppliers across Europe (predominantly French-speaking territories)
*Build and maintain strong relationships with senior-level service providers
*Monitor availability, pricing, and supplier performance
*Analyse market trends to inform purchasing strategies
*Ensure purchasing activity aligns with budgets and company policies
*Maintain accurate procurement records and contracts
*Collaborate closely with operations, sales, and finance teams
*Support wider purchasing and operational needs as required
Skills & Experience Required *Minimum 5 years’ experience in travel, tourism, or hospitality
*Proven negotiation experience within the hotel industry
*Existing contacts within the hotel and tourism sector
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
*Tenacious, results-driven approach with sound commercial judgement
*High level of attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability
*Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
*Fluent in English and French (additional languages an advantage)
*Confident IT skills, including Excel and Microsoft Office
*Minimum A-levels or equivalent
Personal Attributes *Flexible team player willing to support other departments
*Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
*Professional, proactive, and commercially minded
What’s Offered *Opportunity to join a respected and growing group travel specialist
*Competitive salary depending on experience
*Key role with autonomy and influence over purchasing strategy
*Long-term career progression as the business evolves
To Apply:
Please submit your CV (cover letter optional) to . All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.
Job number 3366526
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