About the Role
A well-established London-based B2B tour operator specialising in group travel across Europe is seeking an experienced Purchasing 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 evolvesTo Apply:
Please submit your CV (cover letter optional) to (url removed). All applications will be handled in strict confidence. Only suitable candidates will be contacted