The great outdoors is our happy place and it’s open all year round. Ski the slopes, walk the walks and explore the Lapland wilderness. If nature’s in your nature… if you’re itching for adventure – you’ve found your people. We are united by our shared passion for our exceptional brands – Inghams and Santa's Lapland. Driven by a strong sense of purpose, staying true to our commitment to our people and planet.
If you're looking for a career that is more than a job, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us. Join our team and be part of a dynamic, purpose‑driven business dedicated to making a positive impact in the world. Join us on our journey, creating extraordinary travel experiences for all.
Our vision is to be the most loved travel company in our markets, famous for customer experience and sustainable travel.
We put people at the heart of everything we do and are proud of the extensive benefits we offer.
This role is based in Farnborough, Hampshire with 2 days per week in the office. Our office is within walking distance of the train station and has free parking. It is a full‑time position, however we value work‑life balance and are open to discussion on flexible working patterns (minimum 4 days per week).
Salary: £30,000 – £32,000 p.a. + bonus
About the Role
The Purchasing Executive/Administrator provides essential administrative, coordination and data support to the purchasing team, enabling the managers to operate efficiently and effectively. This role focuses on accuracy, organisation and process discipline, supporting purchasing activity across the business by maintaining systems, liaising with suppliers, and ensuring information is timely and reliable. It is a hands‑on support role, well suited to someone who enjoys managing detail, keeping processes running smoothly and working closely with others.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate records of contracts, rates, terms, supplements and conditions.
- Ensure contract information is correctly reflected across internal systems and documentation.
- Support the management of contract timelines, renewals and amendments.
- Maintain version control and audit trails for commercial documentation.
- Maintain trackers and summaries relating to supplier contracts.
- Support with data preparation for reviews, trading discussions and planning.
- Assist with checking calculations, rates and commercial details for accuracy and consistency.
- Highlight discrepancies, missing information or risks to managers.
- Respond to routine queries related to contract details and commercial information.
- Support compliance with internal governance, documentation and audit requirements.
- Maintain supplier sustainability records.
Qualifications
- Experience in a contracts, commercial, product or administrative support role.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Confident working with data, rates and structured commercial information.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Good working knowledge of Excel and business systems.
- Experience supporting hotel, accommodation or travel product contracting is desirable.
- Collaborative and responsive when supporting internal stakeholders.
Sustainability and responsible tourism is at our core and our values will be close to your heart.
Diversity is to be celebrated. Life would be dreary, and change would be slow, if we all thought the same way. We challenge our ideas, each other, and our business partners – always with respect and kindness.
Inghams and Santa’s Lapland are incredibly passionate about the holidays we sell, and our employees both in the UK and Overseas are focused on ensuring that we meet, and indeed exceed, the expectations of our customers.
To be the most loved travel company in our markets, famous for customer experience and sustainable travel.
