Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Procurement Specialist – Travel and Event Management to lead the management of corporate travel services and events. This role is critical in optimizing travel spend, ensuring policy compliance, and enhancing the traveler experience across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in travel procurement, vendor management, and data-driven decision-making to support a dynamic and global workforce.
We value the impact and connection that come from regular in-person collaboration. This position is based out of our Waltham, MA officewith anticipated travel up to 15%.
Who we are:
Buyers Edge Platform stands at the forefront of revolutionizing the foodservice industry through technology, purchasing power and partnerships. We are dedicated to empowering stakeholders across the entire foodservice ecosystem (operators, distributors, manufacturers) with efficiency and unprecedented visibility. With a diverse portfolio of over a dozen brands, our mission is clear: to reduce costs, streamline the foodservice supply chain, and propel the industry from manual to automated.
Today, we are one of the largest players in foodservice, with over 200K operator locations across North America and over $50 billion of aggregated spend volume. Our commitment to foodservice excellence is proven in four distinct areas of value: Digital Procurement Network, Fresh Solutions, Supply Chain Management, and Software. Buyers Edge Platform is not just a provider – we are a strategic partner on the journey towards a more efficient, connected, and automated future for the foodservice industry.
Your impact:
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management
- Conduct market analysis, benchmarking, and supplier evaluations to identify cost-saving opportunities and service enhancements.
- Lead sourcing events for travel services and events, ensuring alignment with business needs and compliance requirements.
Contract Negotiation & Management
- Negotiate commercial terms, service-level agreements (SLAs), and key performance indicators (KPIs) with travel and event vendors.
- Manage contract lifecycles, including renewals, amendments, and terminations.
- Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policy standards.
Vendor Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for travel suppliers and TMCs.
- Monitor supplier performance through regular business reviews and performance scorecards.
- Resolve service issues, escalate concerns, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Data Analysis & Reporting
- Analyze travel spend, usage patterns, and supplier performance using procurement and travel data tools.
- Develop dashboards and reports to inform stakeholders and support strategic decisions.
- Identify trends and anomalies to recommend cost-saving and efficiency improvements.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with internal stakeholders across departments and regions to understand travel needs and align procurement strategies.
- Provide training and support on travel tools, policies, and best practices.
- Act as a change agent to drive adoption of preferred travel programs and tools.
About you:
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Hospitality, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years focused on travel category management.
- Proven track record of managing global or regional travel programs and vendor relationships.
- Proficiency in procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa) and travel systems (e.g., Concur, Egencia, Amadeus).
- Strong Excel and data analysis skills; experience with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
Not sure you meet every qualification? Studies show that diverse applicants often hesitate to apply unless they check every box. At Buyers Edge Platform, we value authenticity and inclusion—if you're excited about the role, we encourage you to apply. You might be exactly who we're looking for!
What's in this for you:
- Great benefits from day one. We offer medical, dental, vision, FSA, company-paid life insurance, and more—plus a 401(k) with company match.
- Grow with us. Enjoy strong training, development, and competitive pay.
- Work-life balance. Our flexible PTO policy lets you take time when you need it—no accrual required.
We welcome all.
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.