Sourcing Specialist

**A culture of purpose: Where will your BCD M&E career take you?**

As perfectionists, artists, strategic thinkers and leaders in the industry, we believe culture is defined by its people. We are looking for exceptional people who rise to our standards while bringing their unique perspective to the table. Are you interested in adding to both our mission and our energy? If so, we want to hear from you

**Event Sourcing Specialist**

The Event Sourcing Specialist is responsible for recommending destination and venue options, negotiating with industry suppliers and initial budgeting for assigned client program, meetings and events. The Event Sourcing Specialist is responsible for supporting and consulting clients around site selection, contract negotiation & execution, savings generation & documentation, and properly updating technology information for all meeting and event types, all in accordance with client processes and tools. Financial responsibilities include; program benchmarking, cost savings negotiations and tracking, invoice payment and accruals.

Event Sourcing Specialist must build and maintain strong client relationships while providing best-in-class meeting and event services. Additionally, may be responsible for executing onsite events management as and when required.

**Your responsibilities**
- Negotiate hotel and venue contracts, utilizing and leveraging on BCD M&E preferred hotel agreements
- Source destination, hotel and venue options that meet the goals and objectives of the client.
- Manage and maintain day-to-day industry and suppliers relationships.
- Negotiate all supplier contracts for the best possible prices and concessions in order to meet client’s expectation of savings on meeting spend.
- Recommend and utilize BCD M&E approved Destination Management Companies (DMC).
- Create, develop, price and facilitate new and repeat business proposals, including, but not limited to destination, hotel, activity and event overviews.
- Build budget according to contracted rates, concessions, and approved agenda.
- Keep abreast of new destination options, well-priced seasonal destination options and “hot date” offerings.
- Coordinate site inspections with suppliers, client and program manager. Prepare appropriate site inspection material for clients.
- Ensure client hotel cancellation credits are maintained and promoted to customers.
- Adhere to client compliance and performance management SLAs.
- This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position. The employee may be asked to perform other duties and responsibilities, as necessary.

**You're good at**
- Minimum of 1 - 2 years’ experience in client management preferably within event planning industry
- Knowledge of accounting and payment process
- Events industry and destination knowledge
- Good analytical skills, general understanding of accounting, budget and profit and loss statements
- Strong organizational and coordination skills
- Strong client relationship and customer service
- Strong communication skills, including public speaking and client presentations

**You might also have**
- Cvent experience
- Pharmaceutical experience
- Bachelor’s degree
- CMP certification

**What we offer you**
- A culture of purpose where we are invested in your happiness and career growth
- Competitive salary and benefits package

**How to apply**

**Get to know BCD M&E**

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning and execution. We are in the business of creating impactful human connections that matter. Connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world's most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E's team of 1,500+ people are committed to driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves.

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