Sourcing Specialist - Direct Accommodation

Almosafer; Turkey; On-site; TRY 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purpose-led workplace

Ongoing learning and development

Recognition of achievements

Trust-based culture

Job summary

Almosafer Travel & Tourism Co. seeks a Sourcing Specialist - Direct Accommodation to lead hotel contracting in Turkey and expand Almosafer's regional supply network. You will own a hotel market, manage relationships, and drive day-to-day operations to support growth.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5+ years in hotel contracting, with strong negotiation skills and English fluency (Arabic a plus). Travel readiness is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality, Tourism, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in hotel contracting, sourcing, or accommodation management within the travel industry.
• Strong knowledge of the tourism and hospitality market, particularly within the region.
• Proven experience in supplier acquisition, commercial negotiations, and relationship management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with Salesforce, Tableau, and hotel extranets.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and strengthen relationships with hotel partners while serving as the primary point of contact.
• Negotiate hotel contracts, commercial terms, rates, and marketing agreements to maximize business value.
• Identify, evaluate, onboard, and activate new accommodation partners to expand Almosafer's hotel portfolio.
• Monitor partner performance, pricing, and availability, and implement improvement initiatives based on data and market insights.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities, sourcing trends, and potential partners.
• Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies and annual sourcing plans in collaboration with management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful supplier onboarding, operational excellence, and project delivery.
• Maintain accurate supplier records, Salesforce updates, performance reports, and sourcing documentation.
• Prepare and analyze business performance reports, KPIs, and sourcing metrics to support strategic decision-making.
• Represent Almosafer in regular meetings with key hotel partners to drive long-term commercial relationships and business growth.

Skills

Fluent English

Analytical skills

English plus Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Tableau

Job description

At Almosafer Travel & Tourism Co, we’re not just part of the travel industry, we’re helping shape its future.

As Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company, we serve millions across every segment of the travel and tourism ecosystem.

Rooted in our name “Almosafer,” meaning the traveler, we strive to make every journey seamless, personal, and purposeful. Our diverse platforms and services are built to deliver enriching experiences that reflect the spirit of Saudi Arabia and the wider region.

We’re united by a bold vision:

To be the undisputed leader in travel services, fostering lasting connections and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the Kingdom and beyond.

Our team across Saudi Arabia and the wider region blends deep cultural understanding with forward-thinking innovation, shaping a new standard for travel in the region.

Sourcing Specialist - Direct Accommodation

The primary responsibility is to manage hotel contracting within Turkey. The Sourcing Specialist – Accommodation’s key objective is to assist in the expansion of Almosafer supply network and manage hotel relationships. You will take ownership of a hotel market and be responsible for the day-to-day operational tasks that effectively assist with Almosafer growth plan around the region.

Responsibilities

Build, manage, and strengthen relationships with hotel partners while serving as the primary point of contact.

Negotiate hotel contracts, commercial terms, rates, and marketing agreements to maximize business value.

Identify, evaluate, onboard, and activate new accommodation partners to expand Almosafer's hotel portfolio.

Monitor partner performance, pricing, and availability, and implement improvement initiatives based on data and market insights.

Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities, sourcing trends, and potential partners.

Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies and annual sourcing plans in collaboration with management.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful supplier onboarding, operational excellence, and project delivery.

Maintain accurate supplier records, Salesforce updates, performance reports, and sourcing documentation.

Prepare and analyze business performance reports, KPIs, and sourcing metrics to support strategic decision-making.

Represent Almosafer in regular meetings with key hotel partners to drive long-term commercial relationships and business growth.

Profile Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Hospitality, Tourism, or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of experience in hotel contracting, sourcing, or accommodation management within the travel industry.

Strong knowledge of the tourism and hospitality market, particularly within the region.

Proven experience in supplier acquisition, commercial negotiations, and relationship management.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Experience with Salesforce, Tableau, and hotel extranets.

Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Willingness to travel when required.

Benefits

• A purpose-led workplace where your ideas can create real impact
• Ongoing learning and development to help you grow with intention
• Recognition that celebrates your wins, both big and small
• A community built on trust, curiosity, and shared momentum

No matter where your journey started, at Almosafer, you will find space to grow, connect, and contribute meaningfully.