Leading the strategic partnership between the ME organization and key corporate functions, including Procurement, Legal, Risk Management, and Finance.
Serving as the operational and strategic lead for vendor management, contract governance, sourcing support, payment processes, and supplier relationship management across the meetings and events portfolio.
Partnering closely with business leadership, meeting planners, and vendor executives to drive operational excellence, mitigate risk, optimize commercial value, and create scalable processes that enable efficient and compliant event execution.
Building a scalable, compliant, and strategically aligned Meetings and Events operation by leading cross-functional partnerships, strengthening vendor relationships, and driving operational excellence.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business, Hospitality, Event Management, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7 years of experience in meetings and events operations, procurement, vendor management, strategic sourcing, or related operational leadership roles
Experience partnering with Procurement, Legal, Risk, and Finance organizations in a corporate environment
Demonstrated success leading vendor negotiations and managing strategic supplier relationships
Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills
Knowledge of industry best practices, compliance standards, and emerging trends in event technology.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities
Ability to work independently under own direction and initiative
Ability to travel within the U.S. and work flexible and/or fluctuating work hours
