Hotel Consultant

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and – through their work – can make an impact on our industry. We’re here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued. Global Business Consulting (GBC) is the consulting arm of American Express Global Business Travel. GBC brings the talent, tools and management consulting skills needed to lead our client’s T&E spend and improve their return on investment. GBC focuses on business and operational strategy, strategic sourcing and program optimization to help our clients manage their travel spend. Our specialized expertise includes: Policy, Change Management & Compliance, Travel Program Management, Business Intelligence, Travel Category Management (Air, Car and Hotel) and outsourced travel management. The GBC team consists of Consultants from a wide variety of backgrounds such as Air/Hotel/Ground industries, travel, management consulting, IT consulting and general management. The primary area of focus for the position will be related to the Hotel practice line which spans corporate hotel program strategy design and execution including sourcing, program compliance, and optimization. What You'll Do Lead Multi-Workstream Engagements: Execute complex consulting projects across multiple clients, prioritizing objectives and applying project management methodologies to deliver results within scope, quality standards, and timelines. Apply Hotel Subject Matter Expertise: Leverage deep knowledge of hotel program strategy, sourcing, and RFP tools (Cvent, Sabre RFP, ReadyBid) to drive client program optimization and compliance. Develop Data-Driven Insights: Analyze TMC travel data and supplier/third-party data to develop hypotheses, validate analyses, and create compelling recommendations that drive client ROI. Create Custom Models & Scenarios: Build data visualizations and custom models using available datasets to support strategic decision-making and client presentations. Manage Global Supplier Relationships: Lead supplier partnerships while representing both client and consultancy interests, navigating complex negotiations and maintaining strategic alignment. Mentor Consulting Analysts: Partner with and guide junior team members, fostering their development while ensuring engagement quality and practice line growth. Drive Client Value & Retention: Successfully navigate large global organizations, articulate project value to all stakeholder levels, and identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities to drive revenue growth. Implement Organizational Change: Apply change management techniques to drive sustainable engagement impact, ensuring client adoption and long-term program success. Distill Complex Strategy into Key Messages: Communicate sophisticated subject matter clearly to team members and clients, translating analysis into actionable insights. What We're Looking For Consulting & Hotel Strategy Experience: 3-5 years in traditional consulting and/or hotel strategy, sourcing, and optimization roles. Travel Industry Knowledge: Demonstrated experience and understanding of the travel industry, including corporate travel programs and dynamics. Advanced Analytical Skills: Strong ability to think conceptually, evaluate alternatives, and recommend solutions using data interpretation and presentation. Data Visualization Proficiency: Expertise with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Birst, Power BI, or similar platforms. Hotel Platform Expertise: Experience managing hotel programs through platforms such as Cvent and related sourcing tools. Financial & Business Operations Acumen: Knowledge of strategy, financial/business operations, and cost management. Microsoft Office Mastery: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with strong focus in Excel and PowerPoint. Exceptional Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver compelling internal and external presentations to diverse audiences. Education & Credentials: Bachelor's degree required; MBA strongly preferred; PMI certification a plus. Location United States The US national base salary range for this position is from $88,200.00 - $163,800.00. The national range provided includes the base salary that Amex GBT expects to pay for the role. Actual base salary will be based on factors including the scope and complexity of the role and the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and work location. In addition to base salary, the anticipated range of which is posted above, this role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, which rewards participants based on company and individual performance. For information about our comprehensive US benefits programs and eligibility, please review our Benefits-at-a-Glance document. All applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, gender (and characteristics related to sex and gender), pregnancy (and related medical conditions), race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by law. Furthermore, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the hiring process. For details regarding how we protect your data, please consult the Amex GBT Recruitment Privacy Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr American Express Global Business Travel