Vacancy: Groups, Sports & Events Project Manager
Start your adventure at our groups & incentives department in Alkmaar and create unforgettable experiences
Are you a creative doer who turns travel and events into unforgettable experiences? Do you love organizing and get excited about group and sports travel, unique events and trips to crazy destinations? Do you prefer to think in terms of solutions rather than problems? Then we are looking for you!
Why you want to work with us
Under the MICE agency brand "GSE the Agency" we create unique, out of the box and next level group travel and events. GSE The Agency is part of Uniglobe Alliance Travel and focuses on creating unique group and sports travel and unforgettable events. We are a dynamic and energetic team that realizes the coolest B2B projects. From exclusive sports travel to next-level events - we make it happen.
As the groups & incentives division of Uniglobe Alliance Travel, GSE The Agency combines the best of both worlds: an international network and a local, personal team dedicated to group and sports travel and unique events. For more than 20 years we have been making travel and events easier, more efficient and unforgettable. Our international network gives you access to a world of possibilities, while our local team provides personalized service. We support companies, organizations and athletes with all their travel needs.
What to expect
- Creativity and passion: We love what we do and go for the best results, but a little bold.
- Cool clients: We work for a variety of great brands. From international organizations to SME companies in various industries. We are also European Travel Partner of FC Utrecht and work for various sports associations.
- Your development counts: We think and help in your development and organize special days and intervision moments to help you grow in your role.
- Work hard, play hard: In addition to hard work, there is also room for relaxation and socializing, with team outings and trips with colleagues.
What does your workday look like?
As Project Manager Groups, Sports & Events you will have a versatile position in which no day is the same. You are the connecting factor between clients, suppliers and your team and ensure that everything is perfectly organized from A to Z. From brainstorming sessions and event production to guiding a group trip: you will be involved in everything.
Some of your duties:
- Create creative proposals: You will immerse yourself in the client's needs and develop unique and surprising programs and concepts tailored to their goals and budget.
- Discovering locations: You will visit inspiring venues (both national and international) to assess their suitability for the group tour or event.
- Negotiate: You know how to close the best deals with hotels, venues and transportation companies.
- Planning and coordinating: You create a detailed script, coordinate details with suppliers and make sure all the puzzle pieces fit together perfectly.
- Counseling customers: During a trip or event, you will be the point of contact and make sure everything runs smoothly.
- Troubleshooting: Does something unexpected come your way? Don't panic, you shift gears quickly and get it resolved.
- Collaboration: You will work closely with your colleagues and regularly brainstorm new ideas and improvements.
- Aftercare: Afterwards, you evaluate with the client and make sure they look back on a successful collaboration with a smile.
What we are looking for in our new enthusiastic colleague:
- Multitasker: You are the indispensable link in multiple projects simultaneously. Whether it's an event taking place tomorrow or an incentive trip planned six months from now, you always keep an overview. Change of plans? No problem, you switch effortlessly between different tasks and ensure that everything goes according to plan.
- Social: Making contacts and maintaining relationships is in your blood. Whether you are talking to a customer, supplier or colleague, you adapt effortlessly to different interlocutors. You enjoy getting to know people and know how to click both informally and professionally.
- Creative: Standard solutions are nothing to you. You are always looking for that one unique idea or the perfect destination that is just that little bit different. From a surprising program component to a unique location: your creative mind turns every project into a success.
- Proactive: You don't wait for things to land on your plate, but actively look for new possibilities and opportunities. Do you see something that could be better? Then you take the initiative to improve it. You don't mind making mistakes, because you know that this is an important part of learning and growing.
- Ambitious: You are someone who goes the extra mile. Whether it's a detailed quote or perfectly coordinating an event, you take pride in your work and strive to exceed expectations. You get energy from getting results and keep challenging yourself to do even better.
- Flexible: Travel and events don't adhere to standard office hours, and you understand that better than anyone. Whether it's a site inspection, an escort trip or presence during an event, you're willing to be in action at night or on weekends, too. In fact, you enjoy trading your workplace for an event location or airport on occasion. At the same time, you understand that flexibility is a mutual concept: we always make sure you have enough time to recharge and maintain a good balance.
Your background
- Minimum 5 years Experience as a Project Manager in B2B events or group travel.
- HBO working and thinking level.
- Good command of the Dutch and English language.
What's in it for you?
- A great workplace in the AFAS (AZ) stadium.
- A very challenging and dynamic position;
- Excellent salary
- 31.5 days off per year based on full-time (25 vacation days + 6.5 ADV days);
- One work-at-home day per week;
- The very best outings and trips with colleagues;
- Good benefits, including a company laptop and phone and attractive agency rates for private travel;
- Personal Development & Training;
- A pleasant and informal working atmosphere in a young team.
