Strategic Meetings & Venue Sourcing Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Travel perks

Learning & development opportunities

Inclusion groups

Job summary

Amex Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) is seeking a Sourcing and Meeting Manager in the United States to guide clients through venue and meeting sourcing, and to lead end-to-end logistics of projects.

You will negotiate with suppliers, conduct RFPs, and maintain records while collaborating across teams to drive savings and program success. This role requires travel and strong relationship-building skills.

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

Active listening

Knowledge of destinations

Microsoft Office

Client relationship mindset

Consultative approach

Travel readiness

Negotiation

Tools

Cvent

Job description

Amex Global Business Travel (Amex GBT) is seeking a Sourcing and Meeting Manager in the United States to guide clients through venue and meeting sourcing, and to lead end-to-end logistics of projects.

You will negotiate with suppliers, conduct RFPs, and maintain records while collaborating across teams to drive savings and program success. This role requires travel and strong relationship-building skills.