NCM Associates · 10 hours ago
Senior Sourcing Manager
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expNCM Associates is seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager who will serve as the primary liaison between hotel partners and the internal administration team. This role involves overseeing the sourcing and contracting of venues for group meetings, ensuring alignment with client needs and supplier capabilities while managing contract negotiations and supporting internal teams.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Act as the primary contact between hotel partners and the internal teams for group meetings
Review meeting requests and determine best-fit properties based on dates, destination, budget, and availability
Present hotel options and recommendations to the admin team, managing the back-and-forth communications to finalize selections
Negotiate and refine hotel contracts, ensuring favorable terms and clear risk mitigation
Review and adjust language related to attrition, cancellation, and other key clauses
Maintain strong relationships with hotel sales teams, understanding market dynamics and rate trends
Prepare and manage accurate program budgets, forecasts, and savings reports for all assigned meetings
Track cost efficiencies and document sourcing performance, such as frequency and spend by property or supplier
Support leadership with consolidated reporting to illustrate sourcing value and compliance
Monitor foreign exchange rates and assist other team members with international cost reviews when needed
Partner closely with the internal teams to align on sourcing needs and client expectations
Manage the full sourcing workflow (from RFP launch to contract completion) ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Maintain detailed documentation within sourcing and reporting systems for transparency and tracking
Ensure all sourcing practices adhere to internal procedures and client requirements
Provide informal leadership and guidance to sourcing coordinators and newer team members
Share best practices, negotiation strategies, and industry insights across the team
Stay informed on hospitality trends, supplier performance, and market shifts that may affect sourcing outcomes
Support special projects, site visits, and program audits as needed
Qualification
Required
5-7 years of experience in hotel sourcing, procurement, or event/meeting management, with at least 4 years focused on group meetings or venue contracting
Deep understanding of hotel operations, group contracts, and industry terminology
Proven ability to negotiate complex contract terms and influence outcomes effectively
Strong analytical and organizational skills, with comfort using sourcing and reporting systems
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and maintain clear communication across teams
Experience providing mentorship or informal leadership within a sourcing or meetings environment
Ability to travel up to 30% as needed
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
CMP or related industry certification a plus
Company
NCM Associates
NCM Associates is an automotive company offering business analysis tools.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Paul Anton Faletti Jr
President and CEO
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