Remote Global Property Sourcing and Procurement Lead

Summary

Join WiFi Tribe as we search for the perfect homes to bring our community together. As the Accommodation Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for finding, negotiating, and managing properties that meet our high standards. You will work closely with the founding team to achieve this vision and become a key player in our global expansion strategies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate locations: Research and determine the best areas in each city for hosting the Tribe, ensuring our members are close to key amenities and experiences
• Property research & feasibility: Identify and evaluate coliving properties worldwide, researching their availability, pricing, and suitability for our needs (e.g., workspaces, internet, capacity)
• Hustle and turn over every stone to secure the ideal homes for the Tribe
• Conduct or arrange site visits when needed, ensuring properties meet WiFi Tribe’s high standards
• Negotiation: Be the primary relationship lead and negotiator for our team
• Strategically negotiate to minimize costs, reduce financial risks, and secure favorable contract terms (payment terms, cancellation policies, etc.)
• Use your language skills and/or technology to overcome language barriers
• Leverage cultural sensitivity and awareness in all negotiations
• Develop and nurture long-term partnerships with landlords and property owners, ensuring smooth contract renewals and renegotiations
• Ensure good internet: Go the extra mile to ensure the fastest and most reliable WiFi possible is set up and operational before the Tribe arrives
• Own the final result: Ensure landlords meet WiFi Tribe’s agreed-upon quality and inventory requirements when we arrive at the accommodation
• Lead a remote team of accommodation procurement professionals, ensuring clear communication and effective collaboration across time zones
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management for the team
• Plan and lead weekly strategy meetings to set and review KPIs, assign tasks, and monitor progress
• Implement and refine processes that streamline property sourcing and ensure alignment with company goals
• Optimize information management and communication related to sourcing across key departments (marketing, hosting, tribe support, etc.)
• Provide support and ensure clear communication with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Marketing, and Finance
• Co-create the calendar for travel destinations
• Analyze financial data, assess currency exposure risks, and calculate potential profitability of destinations to guide decision-making on pricing and product offerings
• Collaborate closely with leadership to set and track department goals, adjusting strategies based on performance data and market trends
• Collaborate closely with operations, community, and marketing teams to ensure properties meet all requirements, from communal areas to high-quality promotional materials
• Utilize HubSpot for landlord relationship management and communication
• Create a well-structured database of homes, landlords, and agents that the entire team can access
• Resolve any property-related challenges or issues to minimize stress for our on-the-ground team and avoid issues impacting our members’ experience

Benefits

• $40,000 - $80,000 p.a. for full-time, depending on level of experience and track record of success in similar roles
• This is a total amount made up of a base rate and performance-based pay directly tied to your success in achieving key business outcomes
• Note: We may propose to start part-time for the first months of the contract
• $2,500 - $5,000 Chapter credit: Experience the most adventurous months of your life connecting deeply with remarkable people!
• Choose from any of our Chapters and travel and work remotely alongside a group of talented but totally down-to-earth remote professionals
• Be part of a tight-knit community remote-working, entrepreneurial professionals and build a mighty global network
• Sponsored learning resources and conference opportunities