Travel Buyer (Remote)

Morley; Wisconsin; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel service provider is seeking a remote Travel Buyer to source hotels and negotiate contracts for various programs. The role supports U.S. and global events, requiring strong negotiation skills and a background in the hospitality industry. The candidate must have a bachelor’s degree and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers competitive pay and various benefits, promoting a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Flexible spending account

Qualifications

• Ability to identify decision-makers within complex organizations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience in hospitality and travel industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source hotels and vendors for travel programs.
• Negotiate contracts effectively with suppliers.
• Maintain relationships with key vendor partners.

Skills

Contract negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About The Role

Location: Remote – Michigan residents Are you passionate about travel destinations and skilled at negotiation? If you are looking to grow your travel career while working from home, this could be a great opportunity for you!

As a remote Travel Buyer on Morley’s Meetings & Incentives team, you’ll source hotels, venues and vendors for programs, sometimes with tight deadlines, to help our travel staff and clients find the right locations for their events. One day it may be a small trip to a high-end, boutique property in an intriguing destination, and the next, a large meeting in a prominent city requiring multiple hotels. You’ll also play a crucial role in negotiating with and managing contracts.

You’ll support programs in the U.S. and abroad for our Fortune and Global 500 clientele. If you enjoy variety and would love to work with suppliers around the world, this is the position for you.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and evaluate the best hotels based on client and sales requirements
• Source hotels, venues, and vendors, providing availability reports to the team
• Negotiate contracts with hotels, venues and vendors
• Track negotiated savings, focusing on rates, amenities, cancellation policies and terms
• Effectively negotiate client-specific contract terms
• Conduct preliminary contract reviews
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendor partners
• Manage day-to-day industry relationships and attend events as needed
• Schedule and attend supplier visits
• Maintain the highest level of quality, professionalism and integrity when working with suppliers and teammates
• Adhere to all deadlines and turnaround times
• Support sales and operations teams with VIP travel arrangements and other tasks as directed
• Ensure compliance with company processes and protect confidential information

Questions Before You Apply? Live chat with a Morley Talent Acquisition (TA) Specialist — CAREERS page; chat hours: M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Eastern time; closed on some holidays; TA will respond to after-hours questions the next business day.

Skills For Success

Required Skills

• Important skill: Have the ability to identify who, within complex organizations, can get things done so that you can get the answers / decisions you need
• Excellent contract negotiation skills on domestic and international agreements
• Strong problem-solving, communication (written / spoken) and listening skills
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• A positive, self-starter attitude with a solid work ethic, strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Eligibility Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Knowledge of the hospitality and travel industry
• Able to travel to events as needed (occasional)
• Able to work Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time. Flexible to support after standard work hours or on weekends if needed to complete high-priority projects or accommodate client / program schedules.

Nice to Have

• Three or more years of experience in meeting planning or sourcing
• Familiarity with sourcing platforms like Cvent or HopSkip

Remote Work Requirements

• Michigan resident
• High-speed internet access at home that you are able to connect to via Ethernet or landline
• Secluded and distraction-free work environment

Why Join Our Morley Family

The value of your employment is more than your paycheck. It’s the combination of competitive pay, health benefits and other benefits Morley provides – your total compensation package.

Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical and prescription coverage, including free annual physicals
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Associate wellness program (earn a reward for getting your annual wellness checkup)
• Programs to quit tobacco use and manage chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma)

Financial Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance (company paid)

Benefits to Make Your Life Easier

• Teladoc: 24/7 online access to doctors
• 24/7 nurse help desk
• Patient advocacy: Free 24/7 help with benefit questions and claims issues
• Family, financial and estate guidance (will) services

About Morley

Our mission is to deliver extraordinary experiences.

We do this by leading with humility, embracing everyone, sweating the details and moving mountains (making the impossible possible) – for our Morley Family members and for the world-leading companies that partner with us.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote an inclusive, caring and respectful work environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.

As part of this commitment, we provide reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact [e-mail].

Thank you for your interest in Morley.

Notices

• Morley utilizes E-Verify during onboarding for all hires. Information about E-Verify and your right to work can be found on the company resources page.
• Morley’s CCPA Notice for applicants in California is available on the company site.
• Morley’s privacy policy is available on the company site.