What makes Gartner Conferences a GREAT fit for you? When you join Gartner, you'll be a part of a team that serves more than 75,000 business and technology leaders at 75 global conferences each year. You’ll work with curious, motivated people, have unlimited growth opportunities, and learn about the latest in technology and business. Our Conferences team is growing in double digits and is positioned to exceed that growth in 2019 and beyond. If you enjoy challenging yourself, connecting with people and pushing the limits of your career, Gartner is the place for you. Lead venue and hotel RFP’s for a portfolio of conferences, understanding the needs of the audience and identifying complex space requirements in order to source suitable venue options that support our strategy. Management and selection of best venues, provide strategic analysis to assist with decision making. Lead contracting process including the negotiation of pricing and business terms, minimizing the risk to the company and delivering cost savings. Leverage companywide buying power to ensure company is receiving the best options at the most affordable costs. Develop strong relationships with hotel contacts to ensure quality standard at meetings is maintained, company expectations are met, and lines of communication are open Assist the Sourcing Director in creating a detailed venue directory to improve sourcing efficiencies. Continuously look for new and/or expanding venue opportunities. Communicate and collaborate with all parties to inspire confidence and ensure all needs are met. Strive for continuous improvement through ongoing contract and venue management - collaborate with onsite planners to capture venue feedback and follow up to ensure practices are adjusted accordingly where necessary. Exceptional project management including ownership and adherence of timelines and templates and accurately track and evaluate results on overall project goals. Expected Results: Successful execution of sourcing and negotiation best practices Flawless client experience Build and maintain excellent working relationships Outstanding operational effectiveness and results oriented (incl. scalable and consistent processes) Exceptional communication and collaboration Ability to multitask and stay ahead of deadlines Achievement of financial objectives Key Contacts: Internal Contacts Conference teams including Logistics, Exhibitor and Housing teams, Procurement Category Managers External Contacts Venue and hotel contacts Professional Experience: 5 year’s event management experience incl. end-to-end event management Extensive venue sourcing experience Proven contract negotiation experience Proven budget management abilities Proven venue management experience Key Competencies: Excellent interpersonal skills - team player who works well with others Client focused - superior customer service and relationship skills Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong time management skills and ability to multitask - high sense of urgency and prioritization Self-motivated, creative and innovative, strategic thinker Confident and collaborative mindset with ability to build and leverage relationships both internally and externally Strong financial management skills Excellent project management skills Fully competent in Microsoft office, especially PPT and Excel Job Requisition ID:34982
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