Traineeship-Procurement- Spain

Description Product At EF World Journeys, we believe that the best way to learn about the world is to experience it, and we strive to help as many people as possible share that experience. EF Go Ahead Tours, EF Adventures and EF Ultimate Break are divisions of EF World Journeys and we make world travel easy. We want to empower travelers of all ages to get out there and experience something new on our guided tours. If you share this passion for opening the world, come work with us  The Role: The Procurement team is currently looking for ambitious, driven and enthusiastic candidate to join the team from February 16th, 2026 to September 30th, 2026. We are hiring trainees to support the Procurement team for Spain and Portugal. As a Procurement Trainee, you work within the Procurement Team and are responsible for all day-to-day operations related to Hotels and Hostels, from 30 days before a tour arrives, until post-tour. You will be working closely with the Procurement Specialist, who is responsible for negotiating contracts, managing relationships with suppliers, and managing budgets. Once a hotel contract is negotiated and booked, the hotel/hostel relationship will be handed over to you, and you are responsible for working closely with the property to ensure our groups have a smooth customer experience. You are also the first point of contact for our Tour Directors (guides) with any property-related questions they may have. Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Daily support of Procurement Specialists with regards to suppliers’ confirmations, updates and special requests Maintain a positive and constructive relationship with existing and potential suppliers in Spain and Portugal, aligning with cross-product sourcing strategy. Provide all documentation to hotels related to the upcoming bookings.  Settling accounts with suppliers and supporting the accounts payable processes Researching and identifying new business partners On tour support to both Tour Directors and business partners Ensure all systems are managed and that all safety and cost guidelines are adhered to up until 30 days before departure (DPD). Ensure smooth handover with Procurement Specialist who is responsible for relationship before 30 DPD Organizational Behavior Strives to create a collaborative and dynamic environment on a day-to-day basis Shares information and identifies best practices openly with colleagues Puts the customer in the center and is service minded Looks for ways to improve and inspires colleagues to do the same Spreads positive energy and makes the workplace a fun environment Requirements Fluent in English and Spanish. Other European languages is a plus University degree Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Self-driven and flexible. A quick learner and a proven problem solver Enjoys working with numbers and Microsoft Excel Similar work experience is a plus Able to analyze and question processes and strives to come up with creative ways of improving them. Think outside the box If you are motivated by the prospect of an international career in the largest private education company in the world, we want to hear from you To be considered for this role, applicants must have a Schengen passport or the legal right to live and work in Switzerland. This is a paid traineeship with a salary of 40.000 CHF Gross/Year  Why you will love working with us People at EF make things happen. We encourage you to take full ownership of your work, regardless of your level or experience. EF team members often say we operate like the world’s largest startup because this boundless entrepreneurial spirit is built into our organization’s DNA. EF offers a wide range of benefits ready for our team members to enjoy during weekends, after work and with friends & family, including: Discounted passes to local destinations and tourist hot-spots such as mt. Rigi or Kunsthaus Zurich. Full reimbursement of the SBB ‘halb-tax’ travel card, covering country-wide public transportation. Free membership for our newly built gym or get involved with our variety of sports teams. Seasonal and monthly office events  Discounts on a wide range of local restaurants, shops, hotel stays and EF products.