Strategic Sourcing Advisor

About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. 

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 50+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 1,800+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something. 

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

Strategic Sourcing Advisor 

We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Advisor to join our dynamic team. In this role you will be responsible for driving strategy as it pertains to sourcing and contracting against the full book of business for one of BCD M&E’s global accounts.  You will specialize in creating partnerships both within the client’s organization, but also across the industry.  

A key trait is that you must possess is the ability to listen and design outcomes that are favorable to the business needs while having your finger on the pulse of the marketplace and upcoming trends.

Your responsibilities 

• Marketplace knowledge, trends, and the understanding of how to apply them.
• Creating and maintaining relationships with executives to understand their business drivers
• Develop, implement, train, and measure standard operating procedures in partnership with Senior Operations Manager to members of Subject Matter Expert team.  
• Creating training and developing opportunities for teammates that allow them to flourish and grow their knowledge base
• Be proactive and anticipatory with operational trends and implement necessary changes in a timely manner.
• Meeting and exceeding customer expectation, when it comes to customer service levels, quality and productivity

You’re good at 

• Thinking outside the box.
• Relationship development and maintenance.
• Managing multiple priorities and being adaptable. You have exceptional problem-solving skills and are calm under pressure.
• Communication: listening, digesting and transferring knowledge
• Teamwork. It takes a village.
• Cvent and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Providing superior customer service. 

You might also have 

• 5+ years in a venue procurement, purchasing or venue sourcing role.
• 5+ years of experience in account/client management
• 3+ years of experience in managing a professional team
• A college degree from a 4- year institution.
• Experience in meetings management or related field.
• Experience in account/client management.
   

THE PERKS

Flexible Working
We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow
Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice
We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move
The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

We’ve got you covered
Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.
It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.
 

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Strategic Sourcing Advisor  is between $85,000 - $110,000 The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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