Job Overview
Help shape a growing international travel business as it expands its UK presence. This is a rare opportunity to join an established international Destination Management Company at a pivotal stage of its UK growth. As the business continues to expand across international markets, they're looking to bring in a commercially minded Travel Operations & Procurement Executive who wants more than just a back-office role—someone who wants the chance to make the role their own, influence how suppliers are managed, and grow with the company long-term. If you enjoy negotiation, supplier relationships, and seeing the direct impact of your work on a growing business, this is a role with genuine progression potential rather than a fixed, box-ticking position.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
* Negotiate competitive rates and availability with hotels, transport providers and venues
* Build and manage long-term supplier relationships across Europe
* Support the delivery of complex international travel programmes
* Work closely with sales and internal teams once client requirements are confirmed
* Contribute to operational and procurement processes as the UK team grows
* Play a key role in shaping how suppliers and partners are managed going forward
* Someone with experience in travel operations, procurement, hospitality, events or supplier negotiation
* A strong negotiator with commercial awareness and attention to detail
* Someone who wants ownership, responsibility and the opportunity to grow with the business
* Comfortable working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
* Interested in long-term progression rather than short-term contract roles
Compensation & Benefits
32,000 - 37,000 + Bonus + Commission + Company Benefits + International Travel + Hybrid / Flexible Working
Why this opportunity stands out
* International company expanding its UK presence
* Genuine opportunity to shape the role as you grow with the business
* Exposure to multiple areas of travel and operations
* Long-term progression and development
* Stable, Hybrid role with a growing international network
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