.HBX Group is the world's leading technology partner, connecting and empowering the world of travel. We're game-changers, disruptors, the people who bring together local and global brands in accommodation, transport, activities and payments through our network of 300,000 hotels worldwide, 60,000 hard to reach high value clients such as tour operators, travel agents and loyalty schemes across 140 source markets. We are tech-driven, with a customer-first philosophy, and commercial teams whose knowledge and relationships on the ground are second to none. And of course we have an amazing team! Our people, Team HBX Group, are the beating heart of the company who we encourage to 'move fast, dream big and make the difference' every day. In fact, we believe that it is tech + data + people that truly sets us apart in the market, alongside our 'global approach, local touch' mentality. We're headquartered in Palma, Mallorca and employ around 3,500 people worldwide.JOB DESCRIPTION:Purpose of RoleThe purpose of the role is to manage a portfolio of suppliers within a geographical area to deliver effective provision of multiple transportation services within defined geographical areas and be overall fully accountable for negotiating rates, terms and conditions with suppliers as well as monitoring the on-going commercial and operational performance of these services/suppliers.Developing and establishing relationships with the suppliers in a portfolio of transportation suppliers. Being able to negotiate the best possible conditions, ensuring the suppliers have a clear understanding of our value proposition and marketing tools to maximize their performance and competitiveness both in B2B and B2C.To deliver contracts across a geographical area, in line with internal contract cycle deadlines. The role is responsible for the end to end delivery of the contracts.Ensure all contracts meet internal governance, audit and compliance frameworks.Manage suppliers effectively, be the main point of contact within the geographical region for all commercial matters, contracts, promos, contract amendments etc.Support internal colleagues to ensure suppliers meet all health and safety requirements and deliver agreed SLAs.Source new product requests to ensure we offer full product coverage within the geographical area.Deliver a breadth of product in key gateways to ensure all our clients needs are met.Landscape gateways to ensure we are reviewing the competitive landscape within the gateway; both commercially and operationally.AccountabilitiesResponsible to sign the most competitive rates for Hotelbeds clients in B2B and B2C environment.Monitoring the Performance of each supplier working closely with the Pricing team to ensure competitiveness and availability is not an issue.Ensure the supplier has a clear understanding of Hotelbeds and its possibilities that enable us to work together to optimise revenue