CWT · 1 week ago
Sourcing Specialist for Meetings and Events
United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCWT is a global, full-service meetings and events agency with over 30 years of experience. The Meetings & Events Sourcing Specialist will develop relationships with suppliers, manage venue sourcing, and negotiate contracts to meet client event needs.
Event ManagementLeisureManufacturingSoftwareTourismTravel
Responsibilities
Support Strategic Meetings Management and Venue Sourcing procurement clients through utilization of the Cvent tool as described by client agreement
Conduct hotel space searches for 100% of workload through Cvent
Responsibilities also include calling venues directly and working with CVB’s based on client specifications
Manage high-volume of requests, handling sourcing for 20-40 programs at any given time
Complete understanding on the functionality of Cvent in order to advise and educate client users
Negotiate best possible rates and program concessions for the component of SMM Procurement, leveraging client supplier relationships, utilizing processes and procedures outlined in the client agreements
Be knowledgeable of the client contract process, their legal addendums, ensuring client is appropriately informed of and represented in all terms and conditions contained within
Build and maintain strong client knowledge by attending weekly conference calls to further define; re-define process and procedure
Proactively escalate potential client or supplier issues to manager/Account Director/ IR for resolution
Stay current with supplier agreements, relationships and industry trends through attendance at weekly team meetings, supplier presentations, educational trips and industry trade shows
Provide guidance and offer recommendations to team members not actively involved in SMM Procurement on a daily basis
Fully support the larger Strategic Travel & Event Procurement team through workload sharing, and brainstorming opportunities
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
College diploma or degree
Minimum 3 years of current relative Sourcing and Meeting Planning experience required
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
Proven experience working with client contacts, legal contracts (assessing risk mitigation in contracts)
Regional language requirements: NORAM: English
Strong verbal, written and presentation skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Proven negotiating skills
Strong financial acumen
Strong multi-tasker who works well under pressure
Proven ability in project management
Ability to travel is required
Preferred
CMP designation / Formal project management designation/training are assets
Knowledge of web-based registration tools is a plus
Company
CWT
CWT is a business travel management company that provides services to optimize travel, meetings, and events management.
0-1 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2024-03-25Acquired
Leadership Team
Patrick Andersen
President & Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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