Venue Sourcing Specialist
Best Venues Group, New York, NY, United States
Company Description
Best Venues Group is a dynamic event management agency with offices in New York City and London, specializing in venue and vendor sourcing as well as event planning for corporate and private events. From high-end hotels to unique and trendy event spaces, we pride ourselves on finding the perfect match for any occasion while sharing expert tips and event inspiration through our blog. This role is responsible for ensuring top level delivery of venue finding requiremnents for identified client and to be a trusted advisor to all clients within this specialist area.
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Role Description
This is a full-time hybrid role for a Venue Sourcing Specialist based in New York, NY, with some flexibility for remote work. The Venue Sourcing Specialist will manage the end-to-end process of venue sourcing for a diverse range of events. Responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, and recommending venues that meet client needs, negotiating contracts with vendors, maintaining strong relationships with venue partners, and staying up-to-date with the latest event trends and locations. xywuqvp The role also involves liaising with clients to understand their requirements and delivering exceptional customer service to ensure successful event execution.
Qualifications
Strong sales and analytical skills for evaluating venue options and assessing their suitability for client needs
Excellent communication & negotiation skills, including active listening and clear correspondence with clients and vendors
Proven experience in contract negotiation and vendor management
Skills in recruiting and developing relationships with vendors and venue partners
Experience in procurement processes within the event planning industry
Ability to adapt to both in-office and remote work environments
Previous experience in corporate or private event planning is a plus
Can-do attitude, positive work ethics and driven to meet ad axceed targets
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality, Business, Event Management, or a related field
Best Venues Group is a dynamic event management agency with offices in New York City and London, specializing in venue and vendor sourcing as well as event planning for corporate and private events. From high-end hotels to unique and trendy event spaces, we pride ourselves on finding the perfect match for any occasion while sharing expert tips and event inspiration through our blog. This role is responsible for ensuring top level delivery of venue finding requiremnents for identified client and to be a trusted advisor to all clients within this specialist area.
Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application.
Role Description
This is a full-time hybrid role for a Venue Sourcing Specialist based in New York, NY, with some flexibility for remote work. The Venue Sourcing Specialist will manage the end-to-end process of venue sourcing for a diverse range of events. Responsibilities include identifying, evaluating, and recommending venues that meet client needs, negotiating contracts with vendors, maintaining strong relationships with venue partners, and staying up-to-date with the latest event trends and locations. xywuqvp The role also involves liaising with clients to understand their requirements and delivering exceptional customer service to ensure successful event execution.
Qualifications
Strong sales and analytical skills for evaluating venue options and assessing their suitability for client needs
Excellent communication & negotiation skills, including active listening and clear correspondence with clients and vendors
Proven experience in contract negotiation and vendor management
Skills in recruiting and developing relationships with vendors and venue partners
Experience in procurement processes within the event planning industry
Ability to adapt to both in-office and remote work environments
Previous experience in corporate or private event planning is a plus
Can-do attitude, positive work ethics and driven to meet ad axceed targets
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Hospitality, Business, Event Management, or a related field