Venue Sourcing Consultant

About Us:

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. 

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something. 

See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers

About the Role

If you’re equal parts strategist, negotiator, and client-service pro, this Venue Sourcing Consultant role might be your perfect match. You’ll help bring meetings and events to life by sourcing the right venues, negotiating smart deals, and keeping budgets and details on track. It’s a fast-moving, client-facing role where organization, relationship-building, and big-picture thinking all matter. You’ll join a collaborative team at BCD Meetings & Events that works hard, moves quickly, and knows how to have fun along the way.

You’re Good At

• Sourcing hotels and venues, building RFPs, and presenting clear, client-friendly options that align with meeting goals, budgets, and timelines
• Negotiating contracts, terms, added value, and concessions while keeping cost savings, compliance, and client risk top of mind
• Managing multiple projects at once without losing track of deadlines, details, or data accuracy
• Building strong relationships with clients, hotel partners, vendors, CVBs, and internal teams to keep projects moving smoothly
• Working consultatively and independently, with a sharp eye for budgets, turnaround notes, reporting, and overall program success
  
  

You Might Also Have

• Experience using Cvent or similar sourcing systems for RFPs, bookings, and data management
• A strong understanding of venue contracts, client addendums, procurement practices, and service level expectations
• Confidence supporting site visits, turnover meetings, and client presentations in a polished, professional way
• Knowledge of incentive travel, meetings, and events and how they support broader business goals
• A habit of staying current on destination trends, new properties, and creative sourcing solutions
  
  

You Should Know

• This role is virtual and operates within the Eastern time zone.

THE PERKS

Flexible Working
We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow
Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice
We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move
The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

We’ve got you covered
Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.
It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.
 

Travel requirements for this role are as follows:Less than 25% 

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Venue Sourcing Consultant  is between $60,000 - $85,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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