Meeting and Event Hotel Sourcing Associate

Simple Science; Texas (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Meeting and Event Hotel Sourcing Associate to enhance their event planning services. In this role, you will be pivotal in sourcing and negotiating with hotels, ensuring optimal rates and amenities for clients. Your expertise in the hospitality industry and event planning will be crucial as you work closely with account directors to align hotel options with client needs. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to contribute to memorable events while fostering strong relationships with hotel partners. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about creating seamless experiences, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hotel sourcing and contract negotiation within the event planning industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage sourcing and negotiation process with hotels for events.
• Negotiate rates and contract terms with hotel partners.

Skills

Hotel Sourcing

Contract Negotiation

Event Planning

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Tools

Event Management Tools

Hotel Sourcing Tools

Job description

Meeting and Event Hotel Sourcing Associate

This range is provided by Simple Science. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

Company Overview: Simple Science is a dynamic production and meeting planning company specializing in creating memorable and seamless events for our clients. With a commitment to excellence, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch event management services alongside our highly skilled full-service production and AV teams. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dedicated Hotel Sourcing Manager to join our team, based either remotely or in one of our office locations.

Location: Office-based (Dallas, TX)

Job Summary: As the Meeting and Event Hotel Sourcing Associate, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our events by managing the sourcing and negotiation process with hotels and accommodation partners. Your primary focus will be on securing optimal rates, amenities, and contract terms to meet the specific needs of our clients. The ideal candidate will bring a background in event planning, experience in contract negotiation, and an understanding of the hospitality industry.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing the timeline and deliverables for the lifecycle between sourcing and contracting.
• Identify and source suitable hotels and accommodation options based on client requirements and event specifications.
• Work closely with account directors and program managers to understand client requirements and provide recommendations for suitable hotel options.
• Conduct thorough research to ensure selected hotels align with client preferences, budgets, and overall event goals.
• Create availability reports and hotel presentations to share with clients and aid in the selection process.

Negotiation and Contract Management:

• Negotiate rates, amenities, and contract terms with hotels to achieve the best possible deals for our clients.
• Facilitate timely resolution of contractual challenges or issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement efforts through refinement of contract management templates and processes.
• Act as a point of contact for hotel partners and foster strong relationships.

Market Analysis:

• Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and new hotel developments to make strategic recommendations to the team.
• Assist the team in keeping our internal venue details and templates up to date.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in hotel sourcing and contract negotiation within the event planning industry.
• Understanding of the hospitality industry, including market trends and hotel operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with hotel partners.
• Understanding of and ability to effect win/win solutions.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in using event management and hotel sourcing tools.
• Prior experience in effectively managing multiple projects/demands.
• Ability to travel globally as needed.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Industries

Marketing Services