Description
Location: London Heathrow
Working Environment: Hybrid
Pay type: Competitive hourly pay rate
Our Client
One of the world's largest airline groups, with a fleet of over 500 aircraft flying to more than 250 destinations. A company who are committed to providing exceptional service and creating memorable experiences for their passengers.
The Role
Hays are recruiting for an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Specialist to join our client on a short temporary assignment for an approximate duration of 6 months with the possibility of an extension. We are seeking a highly experienced Tender Support Executive who will support the VP, Crew Hotels and Transportation, by focusing on procurement processes, vendor management, cost-saving initiatives, and stakeholder engagement. The TSE will work to optimise spend, streamline processes, and foster positive supplier relationships to achieve company goals. They will apply industry knowledge and commercial acumen to contribute to continuous improvement in crew hotel procurement, contract negotiation, and operational efficiencies but may also be required to support other procurement functions within ground operations if required.
Key Responsibilities
Crew Hotels Procurement (may also be required to support other Grounds Ops procurement functions)
- Utilise knowledge of crew hotel procurement to identify areas for cost optimisation and process improvements.
- Develop innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs in crew accommodation services.
- Provide insights and recommendations to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory standards within crew hotel procurement.
Procurement and Commercial Negotiation
- Apply in-depth knowledge of procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and improve efficiency.
- Lead commercial negotiations with vendors and suppliers, securing favourable terms, pricing, and contract conditions.
- Develop negotiation plans, assess suppliers, and evaluate proposals to drive cost reductions while ensuring quality standards.
- Leverage innovative solutions to streamline procurement processes and optimise business operations.
Stakeholder Management
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, address concerns, and solicit feedback.
- Build and maintain relationships with external vendors, aligning contracts with the company's goals.
- Manage and prioritise multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery of insights and recommendations.
Cost-Saving Initiatives
- Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across procurement categories.
- Lead initiatives to optimise spending; streamline processes; enhance supplier relationships.
- Drive conversations with stakeholders about increasing awareness of cost-saving opportunities; industry best practices.
- Evaluate business opportunities; market trends; operational efficiencies through detailed commercial analysis.
Skills & Qualifications
Sourcing & negotiation expertise focused on long-term supplier partnerships.
Knowledge of procurement processes; budgeting; financial management (preferably hotels & transport).
Resilience & adaptability with a continuous improvement mindset & razor-sharp execution.
Ability influence & communicate compelling solutions complex problems.
Capability build strong relationships engage influence stakeholders all levels (verbally written).
Ability prioritise maintain clear focus provide direction constant ambiguity change using knowledge judgment resilience.
Excellent written spoken English (Spanish is a plus).
3–5+ years experience in procurement supply chain management travel logistics.
Proven experience hotel procurement crew transport vendor management within airline hospitality travel industry.
Contract Management: Experience contract drafting negotiation.
Cost Savings: Proven record achieving cost savings in related functions.
Working proficiency MS Excel MS Word PowerPoint.
Benefits
Competitive day rate
Hybrid working
Flexibility start/finish times
What next?
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