[Hiring] Manager, Purchasing and Design @One10

Role Description

The Manager, Purchasing & Design is responsible for providing leadership/direction to a team of Purchasing & Design Specialists to ensure successful delivery of Travel and Events budgets, proposals and contracts. Develop and mentor the assigned team of Purchasing & Design Specialists to ensure their career path and growth.

• Plan and monitor staffing and workload, ensuring appropriate resources are accountable for expected deliverables
• Participate in the hiring process including hiring decisions
• Mentor and train direct reports on department process compliance and position expectations
• Provide performance feedback throughout the year by conducting regular one-on-one meetings with direct reports
• Oversee all project work on assigned workload
• Ensure team members are actively participating in Client Playbooks to drive team organization and optimal performance
• Drive operational excellence and growth in collaboration with Client Services
• Attend proposal kick-off and turnover meetings
• Conduct regular file reviews with Purchasing & Design Specialist until file is turned over to Event Management
• Monitor proposal timeline management to ensure deliverable dates are met
• Proof proposal budgets against program agenda
• Assist with pricing standards to maximize overall profitability
• Review/approve budgets and proformas
• Proof and review client and supplier contracts with Purchasing & Design Specialist
• Ensure compliance with negotiated savings documentation
• Participate in client presentations
• Develop and maintain industry relationships including hotels, NSOs, DMCs, and CVB
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum ten years of extensive meeting/incentive & event management experience
• Client and supplier contract expertise
• 2-3 years’ experience in successfully delegating and leading individuals/team
• High level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Proven ability in project management and financial aptitude
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a deadline driven environment
• Strong editing and writing skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects
• Ability to work independently as well as a member of a team
• Superior customer service ethic and high expectations for quality
• Ability to travel as needed

Requirements

• #LI-Remote
• Maximum Base Pay: 90,000.00 USD