Global & Event Manager

Position: Global Travel & Event Manager
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united states of america, georgia, atlantatime type:
full time posted on:
posted 9 days agojob requisition :
req-jas is an international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company. Our services include air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage and other supply chain management services, including consulting, the coordination of purchase orders and customized management services.jas worldwide is a global brand that organizes a large number of meetings, conferences, and events throughout the year for internal and external partners.

We’re looking for a highly skilled travel and events manager who can help make our events consistently efficient, cost-effective, and memorable. The ideal candidate will be able to evaluate and negotiate with vendors, collaborate with our legal team in drafting service contracts, and manage communications with attendees, speakers, and client stakeholders, book complex travel arrangements, while adhering to jas’s travel and expense policy.

Above all, the travel and events manager must be comfortable in a leadership role that demands a creative, business-driven mindset and lasting relationships with vendors.
** essential functions:
*** oversee the planning and execution of major events and trade shows each year, owning every aspect of an event, from venue choice to success metrics
* keep budgets and timelines under control
* make travel arrangements for individuals, groups, and organizations, including scheduling flights and ground transportation, booking accommodations, and handling any other trip-related tasks
* analyze spend in categories such as airlines, hotels, etc., to identify preferred vendors and negotiate further discounts as spend increases
** responsibilities:
*** develop a complete understanding of the requirements for global events
* research vendors and make selections based on their creativity, quality, and cost
* book venues, schedule guests, review and finalize contracts, and lock down day-of logistics, while complying with all national and local regulations
* develop content for event materials and work our marketing team to produce within compliance
* hire personnel as needed across all functions of an event (e.g., registration, setup, catering, audio/visual)
* handle day-to-day administration of events and programs, including order placements, banquet event order (beo) reviews, vendor monitoring, travel planning, restaurant reservations, attendee participation, registration counts, rsvp tracking, and issues resolution
* handle corporate travel bookings (flights, hotels, car rentals) and itinerary coordination, using the navan platform
* develop, implement, and enforce global travel policies that ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance.
* collect and analyze travel and event data to identify trends, measure program effectiveness, and inform future strategy.
* over time, this position will also manage the promotional merchandizing spend category
** qualifications**:
* experience in event planning or event coordination in a corporate environment
* experience working with colleagues in graphic design, sales, marketing, and communications
* highly motived self-starter, problem solver, team player
* excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication, negotiating, and multitasking skills
* ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a customer-service mindset
* analytical skills
** education and experience**:
* hs diploma, associates degree minimum
* 10+ years’ experience in similar position in global corporate travel and events
* cultural sensitivity, international experience preferred
* established relationships with vendors
* experience in managing budgets and tracking expenses
* proficient with microsoft office suite of products
** environment:
** role requires traveling, which could be (up to 20%) required in support of the position’s responsibilities.while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; stand; walk; use hands and finger to feel and…