A Sourcing Coordinator on the Business Operations team supports Sales and Program Operations by researching and identifying qualified vendor options, gathering and organizing pricing and availability, supporting vendor negotiations, and providing clear, timely information to support informed decisions for corporate conferences and events. The Sourcing Coordinator also assists with vendor contract review and vendor-related administrative needs. The goal of the Sourcing Coordinator is to provide efficient, organized, thorough, and responsive sourcing support while maintaining excellent communication and dependable follow-through, fostering strong vendor relationships, and delivering value to metroConnections. A Sourcing Coordinator can accomplish this goal by implementing the metroConnections Brand Pillars in everyday work functions with internal colleagues and external clients and partners: Connection, Innovation, Adaptability, Partnership, Dependability, Execution. This is a full-time, hourly, bonus-eligible, hybrid position. Work locations will include independent remote/work from home and occasional team office work in Burnsville, MN. Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Work collaboratively with all service teams within metroConnections. Participate in all aspects of metroConnections where appropriate/when assigned. Contribute to metroConnections' Business Operations team's mission to increase our company's productivity and effectiveness by understanding metroConnections' foundations, people, processes, and resources needed to keep metroConnections moving forward in business and innovation. We use this knowledge to support all internal teams, both business

• and program-focused.

Support Business Operations leadership with company initiatives related to vendor management and sourcing. Maintain and update the company's Vendor Database. Maintain and update the company's Venue Index. Support the review of vendor contracts and agreements to identify key terms, requirements, risks, or items requiring additional review. Support ongoing efforts to strengthen vendor relationships, sourcing resources, and processes. External sourcing management for program requirements, including but not limited to the following: Receive direction from Sales and/or Program Operations regarding specific sourcing needs and program requirements. Research and identify qualified vendors based on program needs, location, budget, availability, quality, and client requirements. Draft and deliver RFPs or quote requests to multiple vendors, as appropriate, based on established program specifications. Request and evaluate revised quotes based on updated specifications, scope, or program requirements. Organize and provide vendor information, pricing, availability, and recommendations to Sales and Program Operations for evaluation and decision-making. Support vendor selection and communication, including releasing non-selected vendors as appropriate. Deliver complete and accurate sourcing and financial documentation for Sales and Program Operations, including vendor pricing, fees, terms, and other relevant costs. Cultivate existing vendor relationships and establish new vendor partnerships to expand sourcing options and strengthen the company's vendor network. Negotiate preferred pricing, partnership discounts, rates, terms, contractual conditions, and other value-added opportunities with vendors. Vendors may include but not be limited to: venues, restaurants, décor and specialty elements, general equipment, entertainment, interactive elements, activities and experiences, specialty services, printers, gifting and giveaways.

Minimum Qualifications include:

Demonstrate a keen eye for design, style, quality, and overall aesthetic; able to identify vendors, products, venues, and event elements that align with the desired look, feel, and client experience. Confidently negotiates pricing, rates, terms, concessions, and value-added opportunities while maintaining positive vendor relationships and achieving favorable outcomes. Technology literate with a passion for learning new things. Exhibit strong computer and technical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office including PPT, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Copilot. Microsoft Excel skills related to formulas and data management are important for this position. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to stay focused on tasks, as well as a strong attention to detail and organization/documentation. Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills (English is the primary language). Provide excellent service via email, on the phone and in-person. Ability to effectively balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Manage stress successfully:

adapt to change, trouble-shoot, and make decisions while maintaining a calm and respectful demeanor. Can deploy adaptability and critical thinking. Work independently to come up with viable solutions. Take direction from multiple managers or team members, as well as having a good understanding of with whom to advise/consult in the event of conflicting instruction. Multi-task efficiently, learn quickly, and provide detailed work while maintaining big-picture thinking. Demonstrate common sense, comprehend instructions, interpret documents, and apply abstract principles to a wide range of complex tasks. Understand the meanings of words and effectively respond, analyze information, and write reports, and comprehend complex issues and communicate effectively to diverse groups. Perform basic arithmetic accurately and compute rates and percentages. Ability to work well in a team environment; able to collaborate and compromise, both as a lead and support role. Work successfully with many different types of personalities. Maintain a cheerful and positive attitude. Maintain a presentable appearance as many work functions are performed in or adjacent to a corporate atmosphere. Ability to please most people and accept feedback and criticism in a constructive manner. Ability to follow through with commitments and show concern for the needs of others. Has an eye for continuous improvement. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to lift up to 40 pounds. The employee may exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push or otherwise move objects. This is a sedentary position that requires the employee to sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area. The employee will experience repetitive motion, substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The employee will type or otherwise work primarily with fingers. The employee will be required to stand or walk for long periods of time. Regularly required to talk/hear.

Preferred Qualifications include:

Conference, meeting, event industry experience. Vendor management experience.

Benefits Package Highlights:

Paid Time Off

• Starting with 15 PTO Days Paid Holidays
• 9.5 Days Annually, including Employee-Owner Appreciation Day (first Friday of March) Employee-Owned
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Retirement Plan 100% funded by the company 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Medical and Dental Insurance
• 50% company paid Options for Voluntary Disability Insurance, Voluntary Vision Insurance, Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Bereavement
• Up to 5 Days Paid per occurrence

Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement Compensation:

$27.00 per hour AI for screening candidates has its limitations and potential biases and should not replace human decision-making in hiring. The find the best candidates for our organization, metroConnections does not utilize AI for candidate screening. metroConnections is proudly employee owned and operated. An employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) is an employee benefit plan that gives workers ownership interest in the company. Equal Opportunity is metroConnections, Inc.'s policy. We are committed to policies of non-discrimination to promote diversity in employment regardless of race, sex, parental or marital status, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability or any other criteria not specifically related to relevant aptitudes, potential, skills, and abilities. We value the diversity in society and the diversity amongst our employees, and we believe that by successfully managing this diversity, we can gain from it and become a more effective business. If you are excited about this opportunity but your past experience does not align perfectly with the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. This or another opportunity may end up being a great fit for you! metroConnections is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact metroConnections' Human Resources team

Pay:

$27.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Referral program

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Burnsville, MN 55337