Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.
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The Meeting Planner with German (not customer facing) is the primary liaison in the Center of Excellence Team and leads the assigned venue sourcing requests. Collaborates with a designated internal team based in another country (customer market) to support Venue Sourcing for the customers. Negotiates critical program components based on knowledge of client requirements from initial request through contract completion and turnover; this includes recommending supplier and destination options and solutions. Ability to work remotely or in a hybrid format is a must.
What You’ll Do on a Typical Day :
* Review meeting requests and support qualification calls with clients.
* Proactively negotiate prices, enhanced commissions, and contracts.
* Create and send customer proposals.
* Communicate with internal teams and suppliers regarding travel program operations.
* Follow standard operating procedures for all sourcing activities.
* Negotiate and contract between 200-400 programs worldwide annually, with scope varying by client and programs.
* Adapt sourcing strategies to meet Amex GBT preferred supplier thresholds.
What We’re Looking For :
* Minimum of 3 years experience in venue sourcing, event, or meeting management.
* Experience in hotel purchasing required.
* Knowledge of international hotels and destinations in Europe required.
* Understanding of travel supplier operations and services.
* Experience with program management systems and online sourcing tools preferred.
* Ability to develop win/win solutions.
* Operations experience in hospitality or similar industry a plus.
* Proven ability to develop and maintain client and supplier relationships.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Strong understanding of program/event management and budgeting.
* Technological proficiency and analytical skills required.
* Ability to travel by various modes of transportation.
* Proficiency in English and German languages.
General :
This is a remote role based in Poland or Spain.
The #TeamGBT Experience
Work and life : Find your happy medium at Amex GBT.
* Flexible benefits tailored to each country, including health insurance, retirement plans, parental leave, and more.
* Mental and emotional health support for employees and families.
* Travel perks with deals from major providers on flights, hotels, cruises, and rentals.
* Opportunities for skill development through tuition reimbursement, courses, leadership programs, and internal job openings.
* Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion through global groups and initiatives.
* And much more!
We ensure equal employment opportunity regardless of age, gender identity, pregnancy, race, religion, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or marital status. We also provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request.
What if I don’t meet every requirement?
If you’re passionate about our mission and believe you’d be a great addition to our team, don’t worry about "checking every box"; please apply anyway. You might be exactly who we’re looking for!
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