Sourcing Specialist

3 weeks ago


Minnetonka, United States Carlson Wagonlit Travel Full time

CWT Meetings & Events is a global, full-service meetings and events agency with over 30 years of experience providing innovative solutions for both strategic meetings and event management. We live, breathe, and thrive on executing some of the most innovative events and finest meetings of all shapes and sizes.

We're a community of 1,400 meetings and event experts spanning 68 countries and we are continuing to grow. We are always on the lookout for talented people to join us on our journey and help us to exceed both our own expectations and those of our clients.

Position Overview

CWT Meetings & Events is seeking a Sourcing Specialist.

Responsible for researching, selecting, and negotiating best-in-class venue options for clients while upholding M&E sourcing standards and successfully tracking to SLAs.

Position Description

* Support Strategic Meetings Management and Venue Sourcing procurement clients through utilization of the Cvent tool as described by client agreement. Such support will include but is not limited to, conducting hotel space searches for 100% of the workload through Cvent. Complete understanding of 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, and utilizing processes and procedures outlined in the client agreements.

* Be knowledgeable of the client contract process, and their legal addendums, ensuring the 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; and re-define processes and procedure

* Proactively escalate potential client or supplier issues to the manager / Account Director / IR for resolution. Involve the client where appropriate.

* 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.

Salary Range between USD 66,000 - USD 70,000 yearly

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Qualifications

Position Requirements

Education:

College diploma or degree in a related field.

Experience

Minimum 3 years of current relative Sourcing and Meeting Planning experience required.

License or Certification

CMP designation is an asset. Formal project management designation/training an asset.

Knowledge

Knowledge of web-based registration tools is a plus.

Skills

Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills. Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite. Proven negotiating skills. Strong financial acumen. Strong multi-tasker who works well under pressure.

Abilities

Proven ability in project management. Ability to remain calm and composed under stressful situations. Ability to travel as required.

* An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

* Occasional (5-10%) travel may be required.

CWT accepts Military experience/certifications as a substitute for some requirements.

CWT is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

CWT also offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email toTalentAcquisitonAmericas@mycwt.com. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting and a description of the position for which you are applying.

Work Arrangement: HomeEmployment type: StandardJob Family: Meetings & EventsScope: RegionalTravel: Yes, 25 % of the TimeShift: Day JobOrganization: Customer_Meetings & EventsExperience Level: 3 to 5 yearsJob Posting: Aug 16, 2024 As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other federal, state or local protected class
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