Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our Operations department as a Tour Optimization Trainee.
As a Tour Optimization Trainee, you will work closely with our team to allocate and administer cost-effective and quality accommodation and transport services for our customers.
Responsibilities include:
• Inventory Management– facilitate demand analysis, source and allocate component inventory
• Strategy Execution – supporting individuals and team to setting and delivering on mid to long term strategic direction and supplier segmentation
• Category Management– support team in their efforts to implement category management and facilitate information gathering on categories and geographical regions
• Supplier Relationship Management– collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers through the implementation of a SRM approach
• Risk and Safety Management– help monitor, administer and escalate any potential areas of risk and safety concerns.
• Budget and Cash Flow Management– continuously assist with monitoring, projecting, delivering on costs according a set plan
• Technology– contribute to the development of technology solutions and the improvement of current tools
• Market Knowledge, Trends and Innovation– connect on and collect info of the supply market by consistently networking and researching within the industry, as well as gaining market insight into evolving trends in spend categories and geographies with a focus on bringing innovation to EF
• Analytics – Use data to improve processes, drive strategy, action & communication
• Administrative – Ensure all contracts, allocations, invoices, company records and supplier updates are processed, maintained, and administered effectively
• Optimize and coordinate group logistics with external vendors
• Assist with group bookings for business partners, museums, and activities across Europe
Infrequent travel may be required to support the Team.
Qualifications
• Passion for educational travel
• Forward thinking attitude whilst actively engaged to support day-to-day sourcing priorities
• Analytical mindset with a strong attentiveness to detail
• Solution oriented, flexible, innovative and driven
• Agile and open-minded team player
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong communication, social skills and cultural awareness
• Proficient knowledge in Excel
• Fluency in English along with one or a combination of the following languages is required: French, Italian, Greek, German, and/or Spanish