Sourcing Project Manager

As a Sourcing Project Manager, you will:  

• Schedule brief intake calls. Listen well to understand requirements, have input to optimise the brief & exceed expectations. 

• Identify opportunities to ‘upsell’ services outside of sourcing and help the client to understand the value of doing so to gain their buy in from the outset. 

• Establish who will be required to deliver any supplementary services, ensure they understand their responsibilities and deliver within timeframes set. 

• Use all available resources to source suitable venues & locations that meet requirements and negotiate rates & terms that meet client budget and guidelines.   

• Create proposals that include all the information for clients to make decisions. Present them in a way that enables you to add value through consultancy & recommendations. 

• Be the primary point of contact for the client, manage communications with suppliers & within BCD, use all reasonable endeavors & tenacity to convert the opportunity. 

• Manage the contracting & payment process, highlight risks and negotiate effectively to minimise them. 

You’re good at:  

• Gathering and acting on client feedback to continuously improve their experience. 

• Building strong relationships while attending client events and meetings. 

• Taking charge of key client relationships and ensuring top-notch service. 

• Enhancing your knowledge of venues and destinations through proactive engagement. 

• Juggling multiple priorities and adapting to changes with a positive attitude. 

You might also have:  

• A knack for managing and planning various types of events. 

• Experience sourcing for different event types and locations. 

• Strong knowledge of industry venues and supplier connections. 

• Excellent communication skills with a flair for presentations. 

• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with venue booking systems. 

Our Benefits for this role:  

• Birthday day off 

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 

• Holiday Purchase Scheme - allowing up to 5 additional holidays days  

• Life Assurance x2 your annual salary  

• Discounted rates on Hotels & Travel  

• Gym & Fitness Discounts  

• Private Healthcare  

• Pension Scheme 

• Company Sick pay  

• Lifestyle Benefits  

You should know: 

• This is a hybrid role that requires 3 days a week in either the London office 

• The shift patterns for venue search are  9-5:30, 8:30-5 or 9:30-6 on a rotate basis, with an hours lunch break 

• You must have the right to work in the UK