Supplier Agent

Are you a natural at building rapport? Have a talent for problem-solving? or eager to try a new career within a leading name in holiday industry...

Carbis Bay Holidays, part of the Sykes Holiday Cottages family, have the exciting opportunity for a Local Supplier Lead to join our bustling St Ives team!

In return for your hard-work, we can ensure you join a vibrant, inclusive work culture, make the most of fantastic career progression opportunities and make the most of our fantastic company benefits!

• Paying a salary of £22,308 from 1st April 2024 / Monday to Saturday, 9am-5.30pm (with a day off in the week)
• Plus access to our annual STIP scheme up to 10% of your salary
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Plus an additional day off for your Birthday
• Plus an additional two volunteering days per year
• Enhanced maternity and paternity policy
• Inclusive and supportive work environment
• Employee discounts and benefits with your wellbeing at the centre
• Opportunities for career progression, personal development and opportunities to be recognised
• Comprehensive training and development programs to set you up for success
• Study support for additional qualifications, courses and accreditations
• Numerous dedicated wellbeing initiatives and access to 24/7 mental health support

Joining us as a key player you will be responsible for creating a robust supplier list to call upon for daily and out of hours, as and when required locally.

Working closely with our Housekeepers, cleaners and all aspects of property maintenance you will ensure we support our Owners and properties. You will be key to building and maintaining commercially viable relationships with our third-party supplier base whilst continual sourcing new housekeepers, local cleaners, cleaning companies and maintenance contractors to support our growing portfolio of properties.

This position will work collaboratively with our Property Services HUB at our Chester head offices to ensure all work orders raised by the Property Services Team in Chester have been picked up and carried out locally, negotiating the best rates and ensuring all suppliers are correctly onboarded to our system. Working closely with the Business Development Team you will also help evolve and grow our Property Services offering and increase market share.

Showcasing your talent in problem-solving and rapport building, this is the perfect opportunity for those looking to make a real difference for our Owners, whilst contributing to creating unforgettable holiday experiences or our Customers!

A full, clean driving licence is essential as part of this role, as well passionate problem solvers, team players and enthusiastic individuals with excellent communication skills.

Whilst experience in a similar role is advantageous, we will provide everything you need to succeed, training you up within our bustling team and supporting you every step of the way!

All we ask if you have the following:

• Proven customer service experience
• Proven negotiation skills and ability to influence
• Outstanding verbal communication skills
• IT literate - MS office and databases
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work collaboratively at all levels
• Excellent commercial awareness
• Full clean driving licence and access to own vehicle

Although standouts will also have:

• Knowledge of Property Maintenance & Compliance
• Holiday let/Hospitality Industry Experience
• Good knowledge of the local area
• Business to Business sales experience

If you are actively seeking your next career challenge, keen to join a diverse, exciting team, or want to grow your career within an industry leader, we welcome you to get in touch or apply!