Position: Manager, Business Development – Meetings & Events Solutions
About: Amex GBT is a global business travel company where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good, aiming to make a positive impact on the industry. The company fosters a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, valuing the input and voices of its employees.
Requirements: 5-7 years of business development experience specifically associated with the hospitality, travel, and/or meetings & events industry; Consultative communication skills, including presentation, sales, and negotiation in a business-to-business environment; High team orientation and collaboration skills; Very good knowledge and network within the Meetings & Events industry; Ability to grow internal and external relationships by providing insight and advice to improve meetings and event solutions value and profitability; Strong financial foresight; Confirmed ability to promote change and efficiencies within an organization; Demonstrated ability to think strategically and conceptually, using strong analytical skills; Excellent interpersonal and communications skills and experience at handling client expectations; Demonstrated outstanding organizational & time management abilities; Ability to lead, influence, and motivate others – indirect reports, internal, and external; Prior experience in effectively balancing multiple projects/demands; Outstanding project management skills; Outstanding presentation & negotiation skills; Demonstrated client relationship skills; Ability to travel by airplane, boat, rail, and/or car; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred; CMP and/or SMMC designation a plus.
Benefits: health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, travel perks, tuition assistance, global learning platform access, leadership courses, internal job openings priority, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, wellbeing resources, mental and emotional health support
