EMEA Manager Corporate Travel, Meetings and Events

Company Description

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.

As a pioneer and leading company in the field of robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare’s hardest challenges and advance what is possible.

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere—we strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture—our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real-world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let’s advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Job Description

Primary Function of Position:

The Corporate Travel, Meetings & Events Manager will serve as a regional leader overseeing strategy, execution, and continuous optimization of Intuitive’s corporate travel, meetings & events across EMEA. This role is crucial in advancing our mission by delivering innovative, scalable, and compliant programs that enhance employee experiences, support business objectives, and reflect our culture of excellence.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience in global travel and strategic meetings management, with a proven ability to drive operational efficiency, vendor performance, and policy alignment across diverse markets.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement a multi-year strategy for corporate travel and events in EMEA aligned with global business goals.
2. Translate business needs into scalable programs prioritizing experience, cost control, risk mitigation, and brand consistency.
3. Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory changes, and travel technology innovations to inform strategy.
4. Manage high-value vendor relationships including TMCs, venue partners, and event service providers to ensure service excellence and contractual compliance.
5. Negotiate regional and global supplier agreements, including preferred hotel programs and air/car partnerships.
6. Collaborate with Procurement and Legal teams on vendor evaluation, RFPs, and contracting processes.
7. Promote a traveler-first approach by identifying friction points and deploying solutions to enhance satisfaction and compliance.
8. Partner with HR, Security, and Finance to uphold duty of care and travel risk protocols.
9. Serve as escalation point for complex or high-impact travel and event scenarios.
10. Advance the Strategic Meetings Management Program (SMMP) to support internal training, leadership summits, field events, and high-visibility programs.
11. Oversee planning, logistics, compliance, and brand execution for all events.
12. Implement and optimize meeting technology platforms like CVENT, SAP Concur, and Conferma.
13. Manage reporting and analytics for travel and events KPIs, budget forecasting, and ROI analysis.
14. Use dashboards and data insights to identify gaps, drive cost savings, and influence decisions.
15. Present performance updates to senior leadership and global stakeholders.
16. Collaborate with EMEA business units, Global Travel & Events, and other partners to ensure alignment and best practices.
17. Act as change agent for new processes, tools, and policies in the region.

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in tourism, travel, hospitality management, event planning, or related field
• Certifications such as CMM, CMP, GBTA certifications
• Proficiency with travel management and payment tools (e.g., SAP Concur, American Express, AirPlus, Conferma, CVENT)
• At least 8 years of experience in corporate travel, meetings, or global event management roles
• Successful management of regional or global TMC relationships, vendor sourcing, and high-value negotiations
• Experience designing and executing corporate meetings and events of various scales
• Deep understanding of SMMP principles, event tech platforms, and EMEA regulations
• Strong analytical and financial skills, including budget management and spend optimization
• Effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and professional presence
• Fluent in English; German or French preferred

Additional Information

Intuitive is an equal opportunity employer. We provide all qualified applicants with equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, race, age, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other protected status under applicable laws. We prohibit discrimination and harassment in any form.