摘要
About the Role:
The Regional Category Manager for the Meetings and Events category is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects related to meetings and events procurement within the organization. This role requires a strong focus on innovation, cost savings, stakeholder engagement, supplier management, contract renewal, negotiation, category strategy, and teamwork.
About the Role
Major accountabilities:
- Follow up on meetings and events category, proposing innovative ideas, and generating cost savings for the category.
- Maintain relationships with stakeholders of meetings and events, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
- Ensure timely renewal of contracts and conduct effective negotiations with suppliers in the category.
- Develop and implement strategies for the growth and organization of the meetings and events category.
- Demonstrate a service-oriented attitude at all times, ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction.
- Foster and promote teamwork by collaborating with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Conduct procurement activities such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and auctions.
- Establish and maintain relationships with preferred and diverse suppliers within the meetings and events category.
- Manage payment terms and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
- Proven experience in category management, specifically in the meetings and events category.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to propose innovative ideas and generate cost savings. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively engage with stakeholders.
- Solid understanding of procurement processes, including RFPs, RFIs, and auctions. Ability to develop and execute category strategies to drive growth and organization.
- Detail-oriented with good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in maintaining relationships with suppliers and ensuring payment terms are met. Service-oriented mindset and a collaborative approach to work.
- Advanced English.
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