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And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.\nJob Description: GDS Meetings and Events Program Manager\nJob title: GDS Meetings and Events Program Manager\nFunction: Ernst & Young Global Services - Supply Chain Services\nRole summary\nThe GDS Meetings and Events Program Manager is a highly responsible role who will oversee Meetings and Events related spend and support M&E program activities across GDS locations globally. The role will act as a key day-to-day point of contact for GDS stakeholders on program management, operational requirements, reporting, supplier performance, and process improvement initiatives supporting the Global M&E program.\nThe role will work closely with Meetings & Events colleagues, suppliers, internal business stakeholders, procurement, finance and other enabling teams to promote M&E policies, guidelines and procedures, drive compliance, improve stakeholder experience and support cost-saving opportunities.\nThe successful candidate will be expected to operate independently, influence stakeholders across levels and geographies, and contribute to the broader purpose and objectives of EY’s Travel, Meetings & Events program.\nKey responsibilities\nProgram management and stakeholder partnership\nBe the primary point of contact for GDS stakeholders on M&E program management, operational queries, reporting requirements and policy guidance.\nSupport senior stakeholders across GDS 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internal stakeholders on program requirements and event execution\nDemonstrate strong communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills when working with senior leaders, suppliers and cross-functional teams.\nSupervision responsibilities\nThis role will have responsibility for M&E support personnel and will work closely with the extended M&E support team to support program delivery across GDS locations.\nSkills and attributes for success\nThe ideal candidate will be an effective communicator, self-motivated, detail-oriented and results-driven, with the ability to work independently and engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels of seniority.\nThe candidate should demonstrate strong organisational skills, the ability to prioritise effectively, commercial awareness, attention to detail, calmness under pressure and a passion for delivering high-quality event and program outcomes\nThe role requires strong stakeholder management, supplier management, analytical thinking, process improvement orientation and the ability to support change across a complex, global and cross-cultural environment.\nEducation\nFluent written and spoken English language skills are required\nA degree in Business, Hospitality, Travel, Procurement or a related discipline is preferred but not mandatory.\nAdditional Asian language skills may be beneficial for broader regional stakeholder engagement, although they are not mandatory.\nExperience\nMinimum 5-8 years of relevant corporate experience managing Meetings & Events programs or working in a senior role in the travel, hospitality, meeting planning, venue sourcing, destination management or travel management industry.\nExperience managing large, complex events or M&E programs in a multinational, service-focused or cross-cultural environment is highly beneficial.\nStrong proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, is required.\nExperience with Cvent, meeting intake tools, data reporting, Power BI, 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There may also be occasions where work outside regular business hours is required due to collaboration across multiple time zones.\nWhat we look for\nWe are looking for a confident, collaborative and commercially minded program manager who can work with senior stakeholders, suppliers and global colleagues to deliver efficient, compliant and high-quality Meetings & Events outcomes. The right candidate will bring a calm-under-pressure mindset, strong ownership, excellent communication skills and the ability to influence change while continuously improving the stakeholder experience.\nNote\nThis job description is intended as a guide to reflect the principal functions of the role. 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