Destination Manager — Global Hotels, Hybrid (Crawley)

British Airways Holidays; Crawley; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel company is seeking a Destination Manager in Crawley. This role involves owning and implementing the buying and supplier strategy, ensuring it meets commercial and quality objectives. You will develop new hotel partnerships and lead your team, influencing profitability and customer experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong negotiation track record, analytical skills, and the ability to build lasting partnerships. Hybrid working setup is offered with additional benefits, including 26 days holiday and flight discounts.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flight discounts for family

Flexible working hours

Annual performance bonus

Pension contributions

Private medical and dental cover

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong track record of negotiation and delivery within the travel industry.
• Experience managing destination or product portfolios end-to-end.
• Credibility to negotiate with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Own and implement the buying and supplier strategy for your region.
• Identify and develop new hotel partnerships and products.
• Lead your team in managing commercial negotiations.

Skills

Buying and negotiation expertise

Strong analytical capability

Leadership and team development

Relationship building

Problem-solving skills

Job description

A leading travel company is seeking a Destination Manager in Crawley. This role involves owning and implementing the buying and supplier strategy, ensuring it meets commercial and quality objectives. You will develop new hotel partnerships and lead your team, influencing profitability and customer experience. The ideal candidate will have a strong negotiation track record, analytical skills, and the ability to build lasting partnerships. Hybrid working setup is offered with additional benefits, including 26 days holiday and flight discounts.