Sr. Sourcing Manager (Meetings & Events)

Financial & Reporting (30%)

• Advise Meeting Management Team and clients on deposit requirements and secure payments.

• Manage accurate financial forecasting, budget updates, cost savings tracking, and system reporting for all program statuses.

• Maintain thorough records and collaborate with leadership on overall program financials.

• Monitor foreign exchange rates and assist in budget reviews for other Sourcing Managers.

Process Management (25%)

• Review meeting requests and lead client qualification calls.

• Develop sourcing and negotiation strategies to achieve optimal pricing and value.

• Gather all sourcing details, initiate RFPs, and secure room blocks, logistics, and supplier pricing.

• Review supplier contracts to ensure accuracy and risk mitigation for Maritz and the client.

Leadership & Relationship Management (25%)

• Serve as day-to-day client contact and lead status meetings with clients and stakeholders.

• Provide leadership, negotiation expertise, and mentorship to team members.

• Promote use of preferred hotels and support best practices across the sourcing team.

Additional Responsibilities (20%)

• Support special projects, site inspections, and program operations as needed, including global travel.

• Provide leadership during emergencies to ensure the safety of clients, participants, and employees.

• Stay current on industry trends and best practices.

Qualifications

• College degree preferred.

• 5-7 years in project, event, or meeting management, with at least 4 years in procurement in the meetings/events space.

• Strong negotiation skills with extensive domestic and preferred international destination knowledge.

• Experience with travel suppliers, program management systems (especially online sourcing tools), and hospitality operations.

• Proven ability to build and maintain client and supplier relationships.

• Strong budget management, analytical skills, and comfort with technology.

• Leadership or mentoring experience preferred.

• CMP designation a plus.

• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401k, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more! Part-time employees may qualify for medical, 401k, and paid time off depending on total hours worked. View all details at www.MaritzBenefits.com.

Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. No calls or agencies please.

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