Who You Are:

Do you love talking to people and have a passion for travel and being active outdoors? Do you have a deep-rooted desire to help others and prepare them for a positive active travel experience of their own?  Do you have great attention to detail and you’re comfortable working in a fast-paced environment? If you answered yes to these three questions, we may have an opportunity for you! 

This job is a 6-month short-term contract with potential for permanent contract (CDI) in our Pernes, France warehouse - Remote work is not available.

What You’ll Do:

We’re looking for a highly motivated Operations Coordinator to join our European Operations Team based in Pernes-les-Fontaines, France. This role is essential in helping us manage and move the logistics behind our world-class travel experiences. You'll be an integral part of a team that delivers over 500 vehicles, thousands of bikes, and hundreds of trailers to more than 20 countries across Europe, supporting our trips throughout the spring, summer, and fall seasons.

You’ll be based at Pernes les Fontaines (Vaucluse) hub, which includes several buildings throughout Pernes. You’ll collaborate with a dynamic crew including mechanics, vehicle fleet coordinators, and seasonal workers, while also liaising regularly with internal teams like Trip Development, Scheduling, and Finance.

Specific tasks include:

• Organize and maintain order across our various warehouses

• Assisting in shipping operation for domestic and international delivery

• Handle internal and external email communication

• Check and follow up on operational reports

• Operate forklifts to move and organize equipment

• Perform inventory checks and prepare Equipment loads

• Coordinate loading/ unloading schedules

• Organize trip departure logistics

• Pick and prepare inventory for upcoming departures

Who You Are:

The ideal candidate for this role is driven to produce high-quality results, is proud of their work, and truly cares about improving their work environment. You can work independently without much direct supervision and have the foresight to see upcoming needs and plan accordingly. You enjoy the camaraderie of an energetic team, understand Backroads’ mission to be the best travel company, and are motivated to do your best work every day.

We are looking for an individual that can work independently, has the ability to create & implement new solutions/systems, has strong communication skills, is reliable and responsible, and is willing to learn and grow both professionally and personally.

What You will Need:

- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook

- Fluent English

- Strong communication skills both written and verbal

- Ability to lift 15 Kgs

- Clean driving record

Compensation & Benefits:

- Salary- pending on Experience

- 2.5 vacation days/month

- Mutuelle / Health Insurance 100% covered by the employer

- Profit-sharing participation

Beginning date of contract : Sept 1st

About Backroads:

At Backroads we’re passionate about connecting our guests with so many of the most beautiful places in the world. We use our four-plus decades of expertise to create exceptional biking, hiking, and multi-adventure trips in over 50 countries for people wanting a deeper and richer travel experience. We travel on land as well as by small luxury ships on active river and ocean cruises. Our trips are for all ages – including dedicated itineraries just for families. We are known for our unwavering attention to quality. We have a dynamic work environment and a strong company culture.

Why Backroads:

At Backroads, we value every single member of our staff, and we’re proud to offer a dynamic work environment that enables growth. Your colleagues will be some of the most dedicated, competent, active, and fun people you will ever meet. A job at Backroads is unlike any other job you will ever have – you will be challenged, you will be inspired, and you will be gratified. No matter what you do here, you will be part of something that makes us all proud – delivering authentic, enriching, and often profoundly life-changing experiences. On top of all that, we have some pretty great benefits and perks! For example our US office employees receive:   

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match, flex plan, and parental leave
• Generous paid time off, 8 paid holidays, and additional time off to go on Backroads trips!
• Complimentary trips and trip discounts for employees, and trip discounts for employees’ friends and family!
• Outdoor industry discounts and deals
• Alternative commuter incentives for biking, walking, carpooling, or using public transportation to get to work
• Wellness programs and regular lunchtime bike rides and yoga

Backroads is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.