POSITION: PROJECT MANAGER SR.
REPORTING TO: DIRECTOR EVENTOS
OFFICE LOCATION: BARCELONA O MADRID
Reed & Mackay leads the global travel and event management industry with outstanding service and client-focused proprietary technology. Ranked first in the Sunday Times International Fast Track 2020, we are a company that is always looking ahead, while ensuring we are everything our clients need today. In May 2021, we become part of the Navan Group, and together we are setting the agenda for the future of business travel.
With a current headcount of 76 people across our offices in Spain, and with a vision to attract, develop and retain the most talented people in the industry, we are looking for a new Project Manager, Sr. position to join our team. The position would suit a Tourism professional who is excited to participate in a wide range of responsibilities in the Sector and be part of the exciting growth ahead of us.
Educational background and experience:
• Graduated in Business, Marketing or Tourism
• Experience at similar position within events Industry (also within corporate travel
managing small events and VIP services)
• Amadeus/Sabre System knowledge at least on ticketing and reimbursements
• High level of Microsoft package (Word, Access, Excel and Power Point).
• Used to work with GDS
Personal profile:
• Customer oriented is a must
• High degree of initiative and flexibility; independent and systematic approach
• Entrepreneurial skills and self-confidence
• Open-minded to new ideas
• Expertise in contracting and sales
• Result-based, effective communication and negotiation skills
• Hands-on both global and local markets
• Ability to build the relationship necessary to deliver positive revenue results
• Ability to work towards objectives.
• Knowledge of products, services and destinations.
• Strong sales skills and analytical thinking
• Resilience to stress
• Residency in Spain and current work permit (if not E.U. citizen)
• Availability to travel
Languages:
• Fluent in English, Spanish and Catalan. An oral and written level test will be required.
Reporting to the manager, the selected candidate will be responsible for:
* Participating in the preparation and follow-up of team responsibilities and tasks.
* In the area of event production, following up on the Technical and Operations Plan, supporting both maintenance objectives and daily operations, as well as ensuring compliance with the Vendor Policy.
* Preparing detailed cost breakdowns and budgets, managing financial claims related to clients, suppliers, and administration, and ensuring timely and accurate monthly operations closure.
* Preparing and delivering documentation to clients, responding to in-person and virtual inquiries, meeting deadlines with both internal and external stakeholders, and reporting and managing claims related to their activities.
* Collaborating in the standardization of procedures and promoting the use of new technologies, as well as proposing and overseeing process improvement plans.
* Actively participating in cost reduction analysis and staff training plans.
* Promoting team motivation and a positive work environment, fostering interdepartmental relationships within the organization.
* Identifying the need for new technical resources, facilities, and technological assets under their responsibility, and contributing to their corresponding maintenance plans.
We offer:
• Great opportunity to join a leading company in the corporate travel industry.
• Labor Contract and salary according to the experience and attributes of the candidate.
• Attractive salary + bonus system and INSS affiliation (National Health Service)
• Career plan and training (English lessons offered for free)
We value:
• Experience in the management of congresses and events
• Professional contacts and networking in the market