Commodity Manager at MANN+HUMMEL executing procurement strategies and managing supplier relationships. Responsible for supplier relationship management and driving cost reduction initiatives across the supply chain.
About the role
- Contracting Manager negotiating competitive rates and building trusted relationships with suppliers for Intrepid travel in Japan. Leading the Contracting team and collaborating with Sales & Operations.
Responsibilities
- Play a pivotal role in securing the best deals, negotiating competitive rates, and building trusted relationships with local suppliers.
- Collaborate with the Sales & Operations teams, gather trip insights and manage contracts and supplier records.
- Ensure accurate information for itinerary creations.
- Lead the Contracting team, provide training to support continuous improvement and clear communication.
- Work closely with the Global Contracting team to implement procurement and pricing practices within the Japan Country Office.
Requirements
- Experience in procurement, contracting, negotiation, and product development.
- Previous work experience in a travel agency/ tourism supplier with great knowledge of Japan trip operations.
- Strong knowledge of local products, suppliers, destinations, and the travel industry.
- Proven experience with travel-related systems and MS Office applications.
- Excellent pricing, analytical, and negotiation skills.
- Fluent in English and Japanese
- Passionate about leading and developing a talented team
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements, work-from-home and the ability to 'work from anywhere' 4 weeks a year
- A free Intrepid trip every year, plus generous discounts for families, and close friends
- 5 extra days of leave a year for use on Intrepid trips
- A minimum of 10 weeks paid parental leave for all parents, and other additional leave provisions.
- Access to e-learning platforms, professional development and mentor programs
- 20 hours of volunteer leave every year to use on causes most important to you
- Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 service that offers counselling for you and your family
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