Travel Commercial Partnerships Executive (Remote-Friendly)

CM recruitment; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Employee benefits platform

Travel concessions

2 days remote per month

Job summary

CM recruitment is seeking a Commercial Partnerships Executive in the travel sector. The role focuses on managing supplier partnerships, negotiating commercial agreements and supporting cruise-focused initiatives across the UK.

You will analyse performance data, forecast results and present recommendations to drive growth, while representing the business at meetings and events. The ideal candidate has travel industry experience, strong relationship skills and a proactive, analytical mindset.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a commercial/account management/supplier partnerships/trading role within the travel industry.
• Experience negotiating commercial agreements and identifying opportunities to drive revenue growth.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations.
• Excellent communication, relationship building and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Cruise sector knowledge or experience would be highly advantageous.
• Self motivated, proactive and passionate about the travel industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with a portfolio of travel supplier partners, ensuring strong engagement and commercial performance.
• Negotiate commercial agreements, trading terms and promotional opportunities to maximise value and revenue.
• Support the delivery of cruise focused commercial initiatives, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to drive sales and engagement.
• Monitor trading results, analyse performance data and identify opportunities to improve commercial returns.
• Conduct regular supplier reviews, forecasting and performance reporting, providing recommendations to support business growth.
• Build strong relationships with key industry stakeholders and represent the business at supplier meetings, conferences and events.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to deliver successful campaigns and initiatives.
• Provide commercial insight and support to help maximise opportunities for members and supplier partners alike.

Skills

Account management

Supplier partnerships

Commercial negotiation

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Travel industry knowledge

Self-motivation

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

CM recruitment is seeking a Commercial Partnerships Executive in the travel sector. The role focuses on managing supplier partnerships, negotiating commercial agreements and supporting cruise-focused initiatives across the UK.

You will analyse performance data, forecast results and present recommendations to drive growth, while representing the business at meetings and events. The ideal candidate has travel industry experience, strong relationship skills and a proactive, analytical mindset.