Meetings & Events Sourcing Lead

Global Business Travel Group; Olympia (WA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 103 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Amex GBT is seeking a Sourcing and Meeting Manager to guide clients through the venue and meeting sourcing process, communicating with internal and external partners, and leading logistics end-to-end. In this role you’ll negotiate with suppliers, conduct RFPs, and manage programs with a focus on savings and client satisfaction.

Requires 5+ years in meeting management or hotel procurement, Cvent experience with CMP preferred, domestic destinations knowledge, proficient in Microsoft Office, strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years in meeting management or 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 with a consultative approach.
• Collaborative and passionate about building relationships.
• Available to travel.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Meeting management

Hotel procurement

Cvent

CMP designation

Microsoft Office

Client relationship building

Travel availability

Description du poste

Amex GBT is seeking a Sourcing and Meeting Manager to guide clients through the venue and meeting sourcing process, communicating with internal and external partners, and leading logistics end-to-end. In this role you’ll negotiate with suppliers, conduct RFPs, and manage programs with a focus on savings and client satisfaction.

Requires 5+ years in meeting management or hotel procurement, Cvent experience with CMP preferred, domestic destinations knowledge, proficient in Microsoft Office, strong