Sourcing Project Manager

August 23

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We are FIRST, a global brand experience agency. We tell stories that connect people to the world’s top brands.

Event management • Production • Marketing communications • Investor communications • Branding

501 - 1000

Description

• In this capacity, the ideal Sourcing Project Manager would represent the FIRST brand as an implant in our Solutions account within a leading Investment Bank. • They will be responsible for managing several client-facing sourcing projects supporting the Marketing Events department annually. • The Sourcing Project Manager will work to consistently deliver exceptional service to our clients through excellent project management and creative solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required • 4 – 7 years’ similar event-related experience with a strong focus on venue sourcing • Strong knowledge of venues and hotels in key US cities • Experience in the Financial Services industry a plus • Advanced negotiating, risk management and contracting skills • Motivated, self-starter, ability to work independently and collaboratively; creative problem solver resourceful, team player • Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently; proven ability to work well under pressure to meet established deadlines • Leadership/influencing/negotiation and decision-making skills • Resourceful individual with the ability to take direction and work independently; be proactive with ideas and creative solutions, all with a positive attitude • Customer focus, approachable; ability to adjust to client needs and style and deepen relationships in support of their programs; adapt to ever-changing demands and different client work styles; excellent communicator • Proficient with Microsoft Office • Ambitious, proactive and highly organized; strong attention to detail • Strong client management skills • A calm and flexible approach to handling pressure and stress

Benefits

• A welcoming workplace that fosters diversity and belonging with a focus on team members feeling valued, respected, and supported. • Creative teams that enjoy challenging work with an ability to make an impact on those around them. • An experiential organization that cares about the development and career experience of each employee, focusing on excellence and flexibility with the right balance of structure to thrive.