Contracting & Database Assistant at Sense International

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Sense of Africa is a footprint brand of Tourvest Destination Management, a division of the Tourvest Integrated Group of Companies. Sense of Africa operates wholly owned offices in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Namibia and Botswana.

In keeping up with our current business needs, we are pleased to announce the vacancy for Contracting & Database Assistant, to be based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Managing and updating of Tour Plan Database; ensuring prompt product loading, including specials and promotions
• Assist in managing and conducting regular checking of product loading and data integrity
• Ensure supplier data, contacts and contracts are received in a timely manner, stored accurately, updated regularly on the server, Tour Plan and B2B systems
• Assist in maintaining the Standard Operational Procedures for the contracting and system loading functions
• Effective communication with suppliers to uphold, improve and safeguard the corporate image and identity of the company
• Assist in negotiating contracts with new and existing suppliers. This includes annual contract renewals, special offers group series and other business terms
• Working closely with the Product Development Team to negotiate preferred and improved contracts and amenities with suppliers.
• Ensure that all existing and new products are delivered with the most competitive price

Qualifications and Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree/Diploma in Business Management/Contracts Management/Database Administration
• Strong verbal and written Communication skills
• Strong Analytical and logical skills
• Strong Negotiation and Problem Solving Skills
• Excellent customer service and supplier relationship management
• At least 3 years’ experience in Contracts Management preferably in Travel & Tourism Sector
• ICT proficient and must be knowledgeable in Tourplan application
• Attention to details