Sourcing Manager

American Express Global Business Travel; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Express Global Business Travel is seeking a Sourcing and Meeting Manager in Singapore. This role involves leading client calls, negotiating with suppliers, and managing the logistics of meetings. The ideal candidate has significant experience in meeting management, demonstrated negotiation skills, and a passion for building relationships. Join a supportive team culture that values collaboration and offers numerous development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible benefits tailored to each country

Travel perks from major providers

Access to over 20,000 courses for skill development

Inclusivity initiatives and support groups

Qualifications

• 5+ years in meeting management or hotel procurement.
• Experience in negotiating with suppliers.
• Proficient in Cvent and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through the venue and meeting sourcing process.
• Negotiate pricing and logistics with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate records and collaborate with accounting.

Skills

Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Proactive Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

CMP designation

Tools

Cvent

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.

If you love building relationships and sharing your expertise with others, you may be the perfect Sourcing and Meeting Manager for our team. In this role, you’ll guide clients through the venue and meeting sourcing process, communicating with internal and external partners, and leading the logistics of your project from end-to-end.

What You’ll Do on a Typical Day :

• Lead client calls to review and understand their meeting needs and ensure programs exceed requirements
• Negotiate pricing and other package details with suppliers to support the client while meeting their savings and spend expectations
• Conduct RFPs with hotels and suppliers to secure room blocks and other logistical needs
• May participate in re-negotiations or cancellation negotiations as needed
• Maintain accurate records and files, collaborate with accounting to supervise billing, expenses, and savings negotiations
• Evaluate and supervise program impact and outcomes, build a plan for continuous improvement
• Proactively develop positive relationships with multiple members of the client team, suppliers, Amex GBT team and support departments
• Act as a leader by promoting a positive team environment and assisting with onboarding new colleagues as needed
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For :

• 5+years in meeting management, hotel procurement or equivalent
• Cvent experience and CMP designation (preferred)
• Extensive knowledge of domestic destinations (international a plus)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent listening skills and passion for learning
• Proactive in understanding client needs and enacting change with a consultative approach
• Collaborative and passionate about building relationships
• Available to travel
  
  
  

Location

Singapore, Singapore

The #TeamGBT Experience

Work and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT.

• Flexible benefits are tailored to each country and start the day you do. These include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family.
• Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals.
• Develop the skills you want when the time is right for you, with access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.
• We strive to champion Inclusion in every aspect of our business at Amex GBT. You can connect with colleagues through our global INclusion Groups, centered around common identities or initiatives, to discuss challenges, obstacles, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.
• And much more!
  
  
  

All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law.

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What if I don’t meet every requirement? If you’re passionate about our mission and believe you’d be a phenomenal addition to our team, don’t worry about “checking every box;" please apply anyway. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Purchasing and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Events Services, Hospitality, and Travel Arrangements

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