Global Travel & Events Director: Strategy & Partnerships

IAPMO; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, life and AD&D coverage

14 paid holidays

10 vacation days from Day 1

15 sick days annually

5% 401(k) match + 8% profit sharing

Childcare subsidies up to 60%

Wellness and mental health resources

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

IAPMO, a mission-driven organization protecting public health through certification, testing, and advocacy, seeks a Director of Travel and Events to oversee corporate travel operations and event logistics. The role requires extensive travel management, vendor negotiations, and leadership of the Travel and Events department.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in corporate travel, 5+ years in supervision, and proficiency in Sabre and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of corporate travel or travel industry experience.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Experience managing corporate meetings and events.
• Proficiency in Sabre and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% and provide occasional after-hours support.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Travel and Events department.
• Manage domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, transportation, passports, and visas.
• Coordinate travel logistics for corporate meetings, conferences, and events, including onsite support.
• Negotiate vendor contracts, manage travel budgets, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain strong relationships with travel agencies, vendors, and internal departments.
• Resolve travel disruptions, emergencies, and scheduling challenges.
• Monitor travel expenses, reporting, and corporate travel card reconciliation.
• Identify opportunities to improve travel processes, efficiency, and service quality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Tools

Sabre

Microsoft Office

Job description

IAPMO, a mission-driven organization protecting public health through certification, testing, and advocacy, seeks a Director of Travel and Events to oversee corporate travel operations and event logistics. The role requires extensive travel management, vendor negotiations, and leadership of the Travel and Events department.

Ideal candidates will have 10+ years in corporate travel, 5+ years in supervision, and proficiency in Sabre and Microsoft Office.