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Product Procurement Lead - Cape TownFull job descriptionAbout Us:TourAxis specialises in building innovative travel brands and platforms. We aim to bring new and innovative travel products, services, technology platforms, and companies, growing these ideas from conception to start-up and scaleup phases. Our portfolio of brands includes Expat Explore, Group Tour Shop, Rail Rocker, PlugPlug, and more. As we continue to grow and expand our product and procurement, we seek a highly skilled and experienced Product Procurement Lead based in our Cape Town office. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our values, culture, and everyday practices.Our Core Values:Our values shape the way we work and define the people we want to join us on our incredible and exciting journey ahead of us:xc2xb7 Always Ready to Helpxc2xb7 Being Trustworthyxc2xb7 Solutions Before Problemsxc2xb7 Family-Style Hostingxc2xb7 Show respect, Earn RespectThe Opportunity:An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Product Procurement Lead to join our team in Cape Town.Work within the Procurement Team responsible for contracting hotels, local services and experiences. The successful candidate will be responsible for commercial contracts making sure TourAxis has the most competitive rates and conditions for each of its brands in the designated geographical area. Existing relationships with (hotel) suppliers need to be maintained and new partners will need to be sourced. Professional and swift support and advice need to be provided to peers.Key Duties & Responsibilities (in no specific order)xc2xb7 Negotiate and contract a portfolio of hotels with exclusive rates, conditions, and inventoryxc2xb7 Be the expert of your assigned region by having in-depth knowledge and understanding of your regional market and destinationxc2xb7 Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and various partnersxc2xb7 Excellent knowledge of the hubs such as the hotel groups, the attractions, etcxc2xb7 Develop and ensure good relations with peers and colleagues in the different internal processesxc2xb7 Represent TourAxis at Trade Shows and other events as and when requiredxc2xb7 Experience and ability to build products that are commercially successfulxc2xb7 Understand client needs and wantsxc2xb7 You are able to research products, visit suppliersxc2xb7 Ability to build relationships and KPIsKey Relationshipsxc2xb7 Hotel partnersxc2xb7 Local services and experience suppliersxc2xb7 Productxc2xb7 Financexc2xb7 Brand Managersxc2xb7 Operations ManagementRequired Skills, Experience & Qualificationsxc2xb7 Experience in hospitality management is strongly preferredxc2xb7 2+ years of experience in hotel / supplier contracting or a similar role.xc2xb7 Proven track record of negotiating competitive agreementsxc2xb7 Strong understanding of the hospitality industryxc2xb7 Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with hotel managers and other industry professionalsxc2xb7 Exceptional negotiation skills with the ability to interact and influence at all levels of an organisation including hotel management and ownersxc2xb7 Strong commercial skillsxc2xb7 Able to work to deadlines independently in a fast-paced and xe2x80x98scaling-upxe2x80x99 environmentxc2xb7 Excellent written and verbal communication including high proficiency of verbal and written EnglishYou will Enjoyxc2xb7 Collaborating with smart, engaging people in an inspiring company, passionate about travelxc2xb7 Working as one team towards our goal to financial excellencexc2xb7 Growing and learning continuously with loads of encouragement and supportxc2xb7 Taking calculated risks as we navigate our growth challengesxc2xb7 Flexible working practices enabling your best deliveryxc2xb7 Being autonomous and empowering to leadBenefitsxc2xb7 A competitive remuneration package and annual leavexc2xb7 Enviable company culture focused on our core values xe2x80x93 wexe2x80x99ve put time into getting our work culture just right!xc2xb7 Regular team social events, company wide recognition, etcxc2xb7 Opportunities to innovatexc2xb7 Well-being app xe2x80x9cOllie Healthxe2x80x9dxc2xb7 Statutory Pension enrolmentxc2xb7 Company equipment for business useEqual Opportunity EmployerTourAxis is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates and employees. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be considered for other roles within our organization in the future.Important DisclaimerTourAxis does not accept unsolicited candidate introductions from agency recruiters without prior established engagement. No fees will be paid in the event a candidate is submitted by a recruiter without an established agreement in place is hired; such introductions will be deemed the sole property of TourAxis. TourAxis is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under any domestic, UK, European or international jurisdictional laws and regulations.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentExperience:Travel/Hospitality: 2 years (Preferred)Location:Cape Town, Western Cape (Required)Willingness to travel:25% (Preferred)

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