Sourcing Manager

Sourcing Manager 
Location: 100% Remote - Working hours would be between 8am - 5pm EST
Pay: $40-45/hr 

Client is seeking two Sourcing Managers (both are covering leaves):

• 1) 6 month contract
• 2) 3-4 month contract

As a Sourcing Manager, you dream big and collaborate to ensure you produce top results. The Sourcing Managers are encouraging a culture of open feedback, engagement, and accountability. They have a problem-solving mind that can handle any unexpected twist. Sourcing Managers have dedication to protecting people, including fellow colleagues, clients, communities, and the planet. They are driven by curiosity, passion, optimism and believe that everybody can grow. They also transform ideas into unforgettable experiences and visions into reality.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivate a strong working relationship with the client by effectively communicating details of the program, anticipating client's needs, and providing an elevated level of customer service.
• Meet with clients to discuss the vision of their event and hotel/venue wish list.
• Expertly RFP the perfect properties for your client.
• Proficient in negotiations to obtain the absolute best deal for the client.
• Remain the point person for the hotel and client throughout the contracting process, ensuring the contract is completed with a cherry on top.
• Possess organizational skills with finesse and have an interest in keeping every detail under control.
• Skilled at building relationships. Cultivate positive relationships with clients, suppliers, and teammates, creating a network of invaluable connections.
• Creative, proactively anticipate changes, and build innovative solutions.
• Coordinate and attend global site inspections when needed.
• May participate in re-negotiations or cancellation negotiations as needed.
• Proactively develop positive relationships with multiple members of the client team, suppliers, and support departments.
• Act as a leader by promoting a positive team environment and assisting with onboarding new colleagues as needed.

Qualifications:

• 5 years in hotel procurement or equivalent
• Vast experience with Cvent and are not afraid of technology
• Complete understanding on the functionality of Cvent to advise and educate client users
• Extensive knowledge of domestic destinations (international a plus)
• Proactive in understanding client needs and enacting change with a consultative approach
• Collaborative and passionate about building relationships
• 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
• Incredible communication skills to articulate vision, inspire, and motivate
• Highly motivated at meeting timeline expectations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• 4-year college degree or equivalent experience
• Passion for providing unparalleled levels of hospitality and consultative service
• CMP preferred, but not expected