We are looking for a Contracting Manager to join our team in Gran Canaria. As a Contracting Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and increasing revenue by achieving contracting targets and exploring new business opportunities in accordance with the guidelines, standards, and strategies of the company in the assigned area. You will also propose and implement contracting strategies within the territory in conjunction with management and in line with overall company goals.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Act as the face-to-face key point of contact for accommodation supplier vendors to maintain the relationship for matters related to contracting, operational, commercial, or financial activities.
2. Negotiate the initial purchase quality metrics of the contract with new suppliers and contract renewals. Conditions include rate, inventory, offers, release periods, marketing contributions, overrides, cancellation policy, credit terms, and pricing model (net or commission, etc.).
3. Maintain and expand the supplier portfolio according to targets, ensuring product diversity for our customer base.
4. Identify and negotiate with key partners for preferential conditions in direct coordination with the immediate superior and promote the commercial opportunities.
5. Identify and monitor contractual obligations to ensure compliance is achieved (customer service standards, data protection, signings, etc.) and that the risks associated with any non-compliance are addressed appropriately.
6. Ensure contract targets are met and maintain/grow production in the designated areas.
7. Handle all aspects related to contracting, including negotiations, setting and loading, client assignment of contracts and non-bookable content, and follow-ups of brochure descriptions with hoteliers.
8. Analyze sales performance, comparisons to previous years, competitors, and margins, considering flight availabilities, new operations, or any changes affecting the performance of the contracted product.
Requirements:
1. Degree in Tourism or Business Administration.
2. Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar position.
3. Fluent in English and Spanish required. German and other languages are a plus.
4. Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
5. Well organized with the ability to manage multitask roles and prioritize.
6. Strong negotiation, analytical, strategic, and creative problem-solving skills.
7. Extensive product knowledge of the area.
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