Candidates must be willing to work Pacific or Mountain time zone hours
You will be accountable for creating and submitting proposal requests (RFPs) and sourcing and contracting hotels, venues, and ground transportation providers.
Sourcing Manager - Meeting & Event Venues, is accountable for consulting clients and scheduling site inspections to ensure we provide the best results for our client's meetings and events. You will act as the SME (Subject Matter Expert), recommending venues, contracting terms, and best practices.
As a Sourcing Manager - Meeting & Event Venues, you will
Work with the client to understand the meeting goals and objectives, the sleeping room, and space requirements. Be consultative in your approach.
Make recommendations based on supplier relationships, budget, location, availability, goals, and objectives.
Distribute, monitor, and analyze supplier Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for client meeting needs.
Negotiate contracts for the best possible prices and concessions to meet savings expectations on meeting spend.
Source preferred ground transportation providers and provide proposals to the group.
Manage amendments and cancellation requests efficiently.
Keep abreast of new destination options, well-priced seasonal destination options, and “hot date” offerings.
Enter and update contracted details and negotiated savings in CVENT.
Monitor hotel penalties for rebooking opportunities.
Adhere to client compliance and performance management SLAs.
Provide excellent customer service.
About You
Travel industry and destination knowledge is a plus
CVENT experience is required; certification is preferred
International experience a plus
Pharma/Medical Device experience a plus
CMP, CMM, HMCC or CMP-HC a plus
Strong customer service skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent work experience
Proven hotel sourcing & contracting, meetings management
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Windows platform
About Us
We’re a market leader in travel management: We help people and companies travel smart and achieve more, and our clients include some of the world’s best-known and most innovative business and consumer brands. We operate in more than 100 countries, and the majority of our 10,000 people work virtually (because a 10-second commute usually makes awesome sense). We’re committed to sustainability and to driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Learn more about BCD Travel.
Your life at BCD
Working at BCD means connecting, collaborating and celebrating. You’ll be part of a virtual, dynamic and flexible work environment that fosters a good work-life balance so you can focus on what makes you happy. But don’t just take our word for it! Hear why people join BCD and more about the great perks of Life at BCD.
You’ll be offered
Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities
Opportunities to grow your skillset and career
Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge
A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools
Travel industry professional perks and discounts
Work From Anywhere program: you have the potential to work remotely in another country for up to 60 days per year!
An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated
At BCD Travel we value you, our culture and success is defined by you. We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Sourcing Manager - Meeting & Event Venues is between $55,000 and $65,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience and geographical location.
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We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other positions.
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