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Role Description

The Senior Meetings Manager is responsible for strengthening the meetings and travel program by overseeing meeting policy, procedures and compliance, while managing the meetings team members. This role provides strategic oversight of meeting logistics and technology services, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and performance standards. The Senior Manager leads the development and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures (SOPs), offers consultation and training on approved tools and services to drive policy compliance and positive stakeholder experience. Additionally, the role is accountable for leveraging organizational meeting spend to maximize value, secure cost savings, and enhance service offerings through strategic vendor partnerships.

This is a fully remote position and can be based anywhere within the U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (minimum)
• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
• Certificate(s) or License(s): CMM or SMMC
• 10 - 15 years in meeting and event planning (preferred)

Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of GBTA’s Strategic Meetings Management components and maturity index.
• Knowledge and understanding of EIC’s Accepted Practices Guidelines for meeting planning (or similar).
• Experienced in meetings management technologies (CVENT, Groupize, etc.).
• Strong negotiation and contract administration skills, ensuring favorable terms and service quality.
• Proven ability to drive high performance and accountability from both internal team members and external suppliers.
• Professional presence to engage with executive level stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple simultaneous projects involving cross-functional teams within budgetary and schedule constraints.
• Tactical and strategic project management experience managing teams involved in multiple activities.
• Strong financial acumen and cost control knowledge.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills to navigate organizational dynamics effectively.
• Ability to use business acumen to drive strategic, forward-thinking solutions aligned with company initiatives.
• Demonstrates integrity and courage to lead problem-solving with vision and purpose.
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited, remote supervision.
• Demonstrated work ethic, integrity and professional conduct.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for planning and presentation needs.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off policy
• Medical and dental benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Wellness programs
• Professional development programs to enhance staff skills