JAS

Global Travel & Event Manager

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $43,300.00 - $72,100.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Travel opportunities
Professional Development
Flexible work schedule

Job Description

JAS is a prominent international, non-asset-based supply chain services and solutions company offering a wide range of logistics services including air and ocean freight forwarding, contract logistics, customs brokerage, distribution, inbound logistics, truckload brokerage, and comprehensive supply chain management services. JAS operates globally and is recognized for its innovative and effective management of complex supply chain challenges, ensuring efficient product movement for clients worldwide. The company prides itself on its strong network and the ability to provide tailored consulting and coordination of purchase orders to meet diverse client needs, solidifying its position as a leader in the logistics industry. Show More

Job Requirements

  • 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

Job Qualifications

  • Experience in event planning or event coordination in a corporate environment
  • Experience working with colleagues in graphic design, sales, marketing, and communications
  • Highly motivated 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

Job Duties

  • 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
  • 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 with the 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, manage the promotional merchandising spend category

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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