Sourcing Enablement Manager

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:

About Us

HBX Group is the world’s leading technological partner, connecting and empowering the world of travel. We bring together global and local brands in accommodation, transport, activities and payments, serving 300,000 hotels and 60,000 hard‑to‑reach, high‑value clients across 140 source markets. Tech-driven with a customer-first mindset, our commercial teams and talented HBX people are the heart of what makes us unique. At HBX, we believe that tech + data + people set us apart, supported by our “global approach, local touch” philosophy.

Job Summary

The Sourcing Enablement Manager - Global Partnerships acts as the link between the Sourcing Centre of Excellence, Global Sourcing Strategy, and the operational realities of Global Chains and E2E Chains. The role ensures strategic initiatives, tools, processes, and Ways of Working are translated into practical, relevant, and actionable approaches that can be effectively adopted across both organizations, driving alignment, execution excellence, and sustainable business impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate and adapt global sourcing initiatives, strategies, and programs for Global Chains and E2E Chains, ensuring approaches reflect the unique structures, priorities, and operating models of each organization.
• Act as the bridge between strategy and execution by assessing business readiness, coordinating stakeholders, supporting pilots and implementations, and driving understanding of key changes and expected outcomes.
• Identify, consolidate, and evaluate business needs, gaps, and improvement opportunities across both Chains organizations, helping shape practical solutions and coordinating cross-functional decision-making where required.
• Drive adoption and change management by monitoring implementation progress, identifying barriers, establishing feedback loops, and partnering with initiative owners and business leaders to maximize value realization.
• Partner with Global Chains leadership to define, implement, and continuously improve governance models, processes, collaboration frameworks, roles, responsibilities, and team Ways of Working.
• Support MPRs, MBRs, QBRs, and other business review processes by identifying key themes and opportunities and helping translate insights into clear, actionable plans.
• Coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously, ensuring effective management of dependencies, risks, actions, timelines, and stakeholder communication.

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to translate strategic priorities into practical and differentiated business solutions.
• Strong business enablement, change management, and adoption management capabilities.
• Experience designing and optimizing governance frameworks, operating models, processes, and Ways of Working.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess business impact and identify improvement opportunities.
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, facilitation, and communication skills across senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Proven project and initiative management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, matrix environment.
• Commercial and sourcing acumen, with understanding of Chains business models and sourcing operations.
• Adaptable and agile mindset with the ability to thrive in an international, fast-paced environment.
• Fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Proven experience in Sourcing, Commercial Enablement, Business Planning, or related functions.
• Experience supporting commercial organizations with planning, execution, performance management, and business improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated success coordinating cross-functional projects and driving organizational change.
• Familiarity with sourcing systems, business tools, data analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience working across regional and international structures, engaging diverse stakeholders and cultures.
• Exposure to commercial planning processes, strategic initiatives, and business transformation programs.

At HBX Group, we believe that diversity drives innovation and makes travel a force for good.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, embracing different backgrounds, perspectives and talents. Join us and be part of a team where diversity and equal opportunities really do make a difference.

You will have the opportunity to work for a company that is going through significant change in becoming the world´s leading travel services provider. We are looking for people that are ready to ride the wave in this exciting journey.

As well as an attractive benefits package you will be able to work: 

• Within an innovative, engaging and multicultural environment.

• Have the opportunity to build strong and lasting business relationships and friendships from around the world.

• Have the opportunity in developing your career locally or within one of our beautiful working locations across the globe.