Intern - Partner Relations (Procurement)

The role

This intern will support the Partner Relations – Procurement team in managing DMC partnerships. You will assist with account management, business development, and rate competitiveness analysis.

What you will do

• Support account management of DMC partners, including relationship tracking, partner database hygiene, and processes
• Assist with business development efforts, including researching prospective Luxury DMCs and destinations, and helping evaluate new partnership opportunities
• Support rate competitiveness analysis, including competitive shops, market benchmarking, and research to help inform contract negotiations
• Assist with slide development and materials for business reviews and partner meetings
• Prepare and organize materials ahead of partner meetings, including agendas, briefing documents, and follow-up trackers
• Analyze supply and market dynamics to help build a deep understanding of the competitive landscape
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Analytics, Product, Operations, and Sales teams

Required qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant academic program (e.g., Business Administration, Hospitality Management, Tourism, Finance, or related field)
• Basic knowledge of, or interest in, analytics, sales, and account management
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data, reporting, and spreadsheets
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• A proactive self-starter who isn't afraid to improvise or make independent decisions when needed
• Strategic mindset, with the ability to help design strategies that balance competitiveness, profitability, and long-term value creation
• Comfortable in fast-paced, data-driven environments where priorities shift based on market conditions
• Computer and technically savvy – proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Nice to have

• proficiency with Claude/ AI

Benefits

• Exposure to how a global procurement team negotiates rates and manages supply partner relationships (Destination management companies)

Before you apply

• The Range Group may use artificial intelligence throughout the recruitment process to screen, assess or select applicants
• Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

About the company

Kensington delivers the world’s most personal travel experiences. They deliver remarkable experiences in over 120 countries worldwide across multiple travel businesses.