Strategic Sourcing Manager, Corporate Meetings & Incentives - Event Experiences #Remote, Canada Virtual or In Office Virtual The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for designing high-level, complex programs and experiences for clients, in collaboration with Business Development, that apply i|xperience® methodology, Creative Group’s experience-design approach that sets us apart from our competition.

The Senior Strategic Sourcing

Manager leads, guides & consults with internal and external clients during research of destinations, hotel properties and program elements such as suggested activities, suggested off-site venues, etc. This individual will source, contract, and manage hotel, and suggest any other supplier partners to ensure client requirements are met, serving as the subject matter expert. Key internal stakeholders could include Business Development Leadership, Account Executives, Marketing, Production, Creative, Technology, Performance Solutions (AMPWorks), CX&I; (Program Operations), and Travel Services (Air Team) depending on the project.

Within the industry, The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager will act as a brand ambassador for Creative Group, building and maintaining strong supplier relationships through active participation in industry events.

The Senior Strategic Sourcing

Manager is sought out as a subject matter expert.

The Senior Strategic Sourcing

Manager can identify upselling opportunities and will share them with the appropriate S&D; and sales team members. This person is capable of and willing to train and mentor Strategic Sourcing Managers in processes and systems and is a key player in onboarding new team members. Model a positive, solution-based approach and be flexible and open to change Leverages experience and creative thinking to identify opportunities for increased process efficiency Leads new initiatives and models leadership behaviors within team and oversees project team on cross-collaborative opportunities Supports quality control efforts within the team Manage Sourcing & Contract Negotiation Develop and prepare Creative Group recommendations and client-facing materials in accordance with sourcing SOPs and client goals, objectives, and requirements.

Negotiate hotel and supplier partner contracts and pricing, maximizing value and minimizing risk, including participating in re-negotiations or cancellations as required.



Review and finalize contracts to ensure accuracy, alignment with program needs, MSAs/SOWs, and application of Creative Group and client-specific terms and addenda. Communicate and define legal and financial implications of hotel contracts to clients and quickly evaluate alternatives and recommend a plan of action.

Collaborate with Account Executives and Business Development to ensure consistency between contracted services, budgets, and pricing. Complete required internal documentation and conduct program turnover in accordance with Creative Group processes. Coordinate with all internal stakeholders for any pre-sale site inspections, including travel as required.

Own program budgets and overall profitability, serving as the proforma owner and ensuring financial performance aligns with client objectives and Creative Group targets. Develop, manage, and finalize program budgets in collaboration with Account Executives and applicable product departments, incorporating airfare analyses, cost estimates, and final supplier pricing in accordance with established processes and systems. Collaborate cross-functionally with Travel Services and internal Communication, Creative, and Production teams to evaluate solutions, align costs, and support accurate budgeting.

Maintain accurate program tracking and documentation, recording timelines, completed tasks, and internal efforts daily using Unit 4 software. Track timing, a record of tasks completed on all client programs and internal efforts is required daily, using Unit 4 software. Engage in industry events and familiarization (FAM) trips as appropriate to maintain current destination knowledge and support business needs.

Serve as a positive steward of the Creative Group. Adhere to Creative Group. policies regarding appropriate and qualified client and supplier interaction Build and maintain strong supplier relationships through active participation in industry events and Creative Group hosted supplier events.



Utilize preferred suppliers for quality of service, volume purchasing to maximize profitability.

Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and experience is required Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, especially Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and PowerPoint Experience with supplier management software is preferred (Cvent) Must possess excellent interpersonal skills to deliver best in class client service derived from a spirit to help and serve others. Must be a self-generated learner with ability to gather, share and apply learnings for continuous process improvement. Must possess strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple clients and projects and tasks, in various phases, simultaneously.

Must be adaptable and be open to change. Ability and willingness to work extended workdays and possible weekends Accessible during acceptable working hours identified per project/program Ability to travel on occasion as needed Frequent use of a computer and other office equipment Creative Group is a global event experience agency that combines strategy, data, insights and creativity to design and deliver immersive events and campaigns that inspire, reward, and connect people and brands.

Experience Strategy: aligning event goals with brand and audience needs.

Creative & Design: storytelling, content, visual, environmental, and digital design.

Production & Logistics: end-to-end execution of live, virtual and hybrid events.

Audience Engagement: personalization, interactivity, and community-building.

Data & Insights: personalization, measuring outcomes, optimizing experiences, and proving impact/ROI.

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📌 Sr. Strategic Sourcing Manager, Corporate Meetings & Incentives - Event Experiences (Winnipeg)
🏢 Creative Group
📍 Winnipeg