travel and events coordinator associate

Our Procurement department, within Internal Firm Services, manages the procurement of all goods and services required by PwC for operational purposes and combines project management, cost management, operational effectiveness and negotiation. As part of the team, you’ll be responsible for developing our practices, processes and compliance, managing relationships for both internal clients and suppliers to aid in the strategic selection of suppliers and optimization of the purchase cycle.Due to the continued growth of our practice, we are now recruiting a Travel Coordinator Procurement Associate for our office in Athens.  

As a part of our team you will 

• Ensure that all travel arrangements align with company travel policies and guidelines.  
• Arrange and book flights, hotels, and other accommodations according to traveler preferences and company policies by communicating with the firm’s cooperating Travel Agencies and hotels or via internet. 
• Arrange ground transportation as needed, such as car rentals or shuttle services.  
• Effectively communicate with travellers to confirm arrangements, provide necessary information, and address any concerns. 
• Handle unforeseen issues or emergencies during travel and provide assistance to travellers in need. 
• Establish and maintain relationships with travel service providers. 
• Maintain accurate records of travel arrangements, expenses, and any relevant documentation.  
• Identify opportunities for improving travel processes, cost efficiency, and overall traveller experience.  
• Liaises with PwC employees in order to ensure that the Firm’s travelling policy is implemented. 
• Ensures the proper management of the corporate loyalty award schemes (maximization of loyalty points accumulation, benefits redemption) of selected airline companies. 
• Plan and manage corporate events, meetings, outings and conferences.  
• Ensure all events comply with company procurement policies and budget guidelines. 
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define event objectives and requirements. 
• Manage and negotiate contracts and cost saving. 
• Ensure all tendering procedures are in line with the procurement process. 
• Process purchase requisitions and Purchase orders for event expenses. 
• Ensure documentation and supporting material upon event completion. 

What we are looking for 

• Excellent academic records from a Greek or foreign university with background in Business Administration. 
• 2-3 years of work experience in contract management.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products (Power Point, Word, Excel) and G-Suite Apps (Docs, Sheets, Slides). 
• Strong communication skills with ability to coordinate with various departments/clients. 
• Attention to detail and troubleshooting skills. 
• Strong analytical and critical thinking. 
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks. 
• A confident and positive attitude, focused on teamwork and communication.  
• Passionate for delivering high quality work. 
• Military services fulfilled for male candidates.

What’s in it for you  

At PwC is all about people, encouraging high performance and quality work. 

Being part of our team includes: 

💸 Competitive total compensation package 

🏥 Health and life insurance  

🤵 Dress for the day - wear what makes you feel comfortable and dress for your day 

💻 Company mobile phone and laptop  

🌴 Extra days of annual leave 

🧘🏼 Wellness Initiatives like gym sessions & nutritionist 

🏃🏽‍♂️ Actions Teams eligible to participate (e.g. Running, Trekking)  

📚 Career development opportunities & continuous training whilst learning from a wide range of top professionals and through tailor made training programmes 

🌎 Global mobility opportunities 

If you're looking for a team that values your work and solves meaningful problems, apply now! 

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