Pharma Sourcing Manager

American Express Global Business Travel

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About The Position

Amex GBT is seeking a Sourcing and Meeting Manager to guide Pharma industry clients through the venue and meeting sourcing process. This role involves communicating with internal and external partners and owning the logistics of projects from end-to-end. The company fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture where colleagues are inspired by travel and can make an impact on the industry.

Requirements

• 5+years in Pharma client meeting management, hotel procurement or equivalent
• Extensive knowledge of domestic destinations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent listening skills and passion for learning
• Proactive in understanding client needs and enacting change with a consultative approach
• Collaborative and passionate about building relationships
• Available to travel up to 20% at most (minimal travel required)

Nice To Haves

• Cvent experience and CMP designation (preferred)
• Extensive knowledge of international destinations

Responsibilities

• Lead Pharma client calls to review and understand their meeting needs and ensure programs exceed requirements
• Negotiate pricing and other package details with suppliers to support the client while meeting their savings and spend expectations
• Conduct RFPs with hotels and suppliers to secure room blocks and other logistical needs
• May participate in re-negotiations or cancellation negotiations as needed
• Maintain accurate records and files, collaborate with accounting to supervise billing, expenses, and savings negotiations
• Evaluate and supervise program impact and outcomes, build a plan for continuous improvement
• Proactively develop positive relationships with multiple members of the client team, suppliers, Amex GBT team and support departments
• Act as a leader by promoting a positive team environment and assisting with onboarding new colleagues as needed

Benefits

• Flexible benefits tailored to each country
• Health and welfare insurance plans
• Retirement programs
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Wellbeing resources
• Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on everything from flights to hotels to cruises and car rentals
• Access to over 20,000 courses on our learning platform
• Leadership courses
• New job openings available to internal candidates first
• Global INclusion Groups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees