Descripción de la oferta
No deje pasar esta oportunidad, inscríbase rápidamente si su experiencia y habilidades coinciden con lo que se indica en la siguiente descripción. Barcelona-based (required) · Remote-first with local presence · Competitive salary + bonusAbout UsWe are Awesome Adventures, the company behind Pissup Tours - Europe’s leading provider of bachelor party trips. We have a very international team, located all across Europe, who all work together to deliver unforgettable experiences across 40+ European destinations. We’re now looking for a commercially sharp, Barcelona-based Destination Manager to lead our Iberian (Spanish & Portuguese) operations and drive growth across the region.The RoleAs Destination Manager for Spain and Portugal, with Barcelona being your most important destination, you will own the full operational and commercial performance of our Iberian destinations. You are the main point of contact between the Sales team and the supplier network in the region. You will inherit destinations with an established booking volume and a mandate to reset supplier relationships, improve commercial terms, and build the infrastructure for growth into new Spanish destinations.This is not a maintenance role. We are looking for someone who builds, negotiates, and grows.What You Will DoDay-to-day operationsManage all group bookings for Barcelona and our other Spanish and Portuguese destinations end-to-end: confirmation, coordination, on-day execution, and follow-upLiaise with suppliers, venues, and activity providers to ensure every group arrives to confirmed, high-quality experiencesHandle customer and account manager queries promptly and professionallyProcess invoicesOperate bookings through our internal systemBe available on phone for weekend escalations during high season (on a rota basis)Supplier managementOwn the full supplier portfolio for Spain and Portugal: contracts, pricing, availability, and quality standardsRenegotiate supplier terms from scratch (where needed) - we expect you to enter with fresh eyes and improve commercial conditions across the boardBuild relationships on the company’s terms, not the supplier’s: we set the standards, they meet themConduct structured quarterly supplier reviews using the performance framework (review scores, complaint rates, booking volumes)Source and onboard new suppliers for existing and new destinationsMaintain a documented supplier contact record in our systems Growth and expansionTake ownership of expanding our product range in Barcelona and other destinations - new activities, better venues, improved packagesSupport the evaluation and potential launch of new Spanish/Portuguese destinations Identify gaps in the current offering and propose solutions backed by data from our booking and review systemsWork closely with the Sales team to align on product strategy and commercial prioritiesBig focus on improved supplier setup with better prices, more flexible payments terms and more flexible working conditions.Standards and reportingSubmit weekly operational reports Monitor and react to customer reviews for your destinations - strategically and on spotFollow and implement company SOPs, operational standards, and supplier frameworksFlag issues proactively - we expect problems to come to us before they become firesWhat We’re Looking ForEssentialBased in Barcelona - this is a hard requirement, not a preferenceFluent in Spanish and English, with a basic understanding of Portuguese (French is a significant plus given our fastest-growing customer segment)Commercially minded: you think in terms of margins, leverage, and growth, not just operations. You understand the purpose of going the extra mile during high season to close last-minute sales.Experience in travel, events, tourism, or hospitality - you understand how suppliers, venues, and group logistics workStrong negotiator: comfortable resetting relationships and pushing for better termsHighly organised and reliable - deadlines exist for a reason and you respect themComfortable working independently in a remote-first setup with full accountability for your destinationsConfident communicator with customers, suppliers, and internal teamsStrong advantagePortuguese language skills French language skills Existing supplier or venue network in Barcelona or wider Spain/Portugal, or experience working with suchExperience managing multiple destinations in the tourism industryFamiliarity with booking management systems, dashboards, or CRM toolsBackground in stag do, group travel, or experience-based tourism or BCN nightlifeWhat We OfferA commercially meaningful role with real ownership - you build and manage your own supplier portfolioGrowth mandate: Barcelona is a priority destination and Spain+Portugal is set as potential for expansionRemote-first with full flexibility, as long as you’re deliveringA small, direct team with no bureaucracy - decisions happen fastCompetitive salary depending on experience plus substantial bonus based on booking volumeThe chance to be part of building something - we are professionalising operations and you will be a key part of thatWhat This Role Is NotThis is not a role for someone who prefers to manage existing relationships on autopilot. We need someone who challenges supplier terms, spots commercial opportunities, and takes initiative. If you’re looking for a stable coordination role - we won’t be the right fit. We move fast, we handle seasonal chaos, we learn and improve during it. How to ApplySend your CV and a short note (not a cover letter - just a few sentences) to, telling us: which supplier relationship you’re most proud of building, and what you think it key to getting a well-working supplier network in Barcelona. xhfqzwm We read everything.
