Strategic Meeting & Venue Sourcing Lead

Global Business Travel Group; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Travel perks

Learning platform access

Job summary

Amex GBT is seeking a Sourcing and Meeting Manager in the United States to guide clients through venue and meeting sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and oversee end-to-end logistics of projects. The role emphasizes building client relationships, proactive problem solving, and collaboration across internal teams.

The position requires 5+ years in meeting management or hotel procurement, Cvent experience (preferred CMP), and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Meeting management

Hotel procurement

Cvent experience

CMP designation

Domestic destinations knowledge

Microsoft Office

Tools

Cvent

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amex GBT is seeking a Sourcing and Meeting Manager in the United States to guide clients through venue and meeting sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and oversee end-to-end logistics of projects. The role emphasizes building client relationships, proactive problem solving, and collaboration across internal teams.

The position requires 5+ years in meeting management or hotel procurement, Cvent experience (preferred CMP), and willingness to travel.