Project Manager, Sports

Remote from
Europe, Italy
Salary, yearly, EUR
25,000 - 32,500
Employment type
Full Time,
Job posted
Apply before
26 Aug 2026
Experience level
Midweight
Views / Applies
40 / 4

About BCD Travel

BCD Travel helps companies make the most of what they spend on travel.

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AI Summary

BCD Travel is seeking a Project Manager, Sports for a temporary, full-time hybrid role based in Florence, Italy. The role involves managing client relationships and coordinating accommodation, travel, and transfers for sports-related events. Key responsibilities include hotel contracting, air and rail ticketing, group stays, catering, and charter flights. The ideal candidate has several years of event organization experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in GDS Amadeus and Microsoft Office. The position offers flexible working hours, generous vacation days, and opportunities for growth.

Role DNA

Job Complexity
Easy Hard
Pace & Pressure
Relaxed Fast-paced
Autonomy Level
Guided Full Ownership
Communication Load
Independent Highly Collaborative
AI Insight The role requires managing multiple aspects of travel and events, necessitating strong organizational and client relationship skills, but it is not highly specialized or technical.

Salary Analysis

Median Market Rate
EUR28,750
EU Market
EUR28k – 55k
0 EUR61k
AI Insight The offered salary range of 25,000–32,500 EUR is competitive for Italy, but below the European market average for similar roles. The median of 28,750 EUR aligns with junior to mid-level positions in Southern Europe.

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am excited to apply for the Project Manager, Sports position at BCD Travel. With several years of experience organizing meetings and events, I am confident in my ability to manage client relationships and coordinate travel arrangements effectively. My proficiency in GDS Amadeus and Microsoft Office, combined with a service-oriented and proactive approach, makes me a strong candidate for this role.

I thrive in collaborative environments and am skilled at handling multiple tasks under pressure, ensuring high-quality standards. I am particularly drawn to BCD Travel's commitment to sustainability and employee growth. I look forward to contributing to your team and delivering exceptional experiences for sports clients.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

Can you describe a time when you managed a complex event with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines?
In my previous role, I organized a multi-day sports tournament for 200 participants. I coordinated with hotels, transport providers, and catering services while managing last-minute changes. Effective communication and contingency planning ensured the event ran smoothly.
How do you prioritize tasks when handling several projects simultaneously?
I use a combination of tools like Microsoft Planner and Excel to track deadlines. I assess urgency and impact, then break down tasks into manageable steps. Regular check-ins with clients and team members help me adjust priorities as needed.
Describe your experience with GDS Amadeus. Can you give an example of a complex booking you handled?
I have used Amadeus for both individual and group bookings. For a client traveling to a remote location, I arranged a multi-leg itinerary with multiple airlines, ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with travel policy.
How do you handle a client who is dissatisfied with a travel arrangement?
I listen to their concerns, apologize, and work quickly to find a solution. For instance, when a hotel booking error occurred, I immediately rebooked them at a comparable property and offered a small compensation, turning a negative experience into a positive one.
What strategies do you use to build and maintain strong client relationships?
I prioritize regular communication, responsiveness, and understanding their unique needs. I send personalized updates, anticipate potential issues, and proactively offer solutions. Trust and reliability are key.

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Project Manager, Sports (Hybrid)

Full time, Temporary, Florence (no more than one to two hour away), Italy

The role is home based. You will work from home most of the time. You will be asked to come to our office in Florence for team meetings and trainings twice monthly (usually on a Thursday).

 

The Project Manager, Sports owns and manages client relationships and manage accommodation, travel and transfers arrangements as per client request.

 

As a Project Manager, Sports, you will be responsible for

  • Hotel contracting
  • Air and rail ticketing, individual and group
  • Individual and group hotel stays
  • Catering services (coffee breaks, business lunches, dinners) both in hotel and outside
  • Individual and group transfers
  • Management of charter flight services
  • Support in managing paperwork for obtaining visas

 

About you

  • You have several years of professional experience with organizing meetings and events
  • Confident handling of Microsoft-Office products
  • Service orientation and aplomb in dealing directly with people
  • Team orientation, communication, and cooperation skills, confident and friendly demeanor
  • Process-oriented, proactive & solution-oriented working style
  • Precise work and high-quality standards
  • Commitment, flexibility, and willingness to learn in all areas
  • Aptitude for teamwork
  • Good knowledge of GDS Amadeus
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
  • You are reliable and able to build relationships
  • Availability to make business trip if necessary in occasion of events and project relates to the client followed

 

What we offer you

At BCD Travel, we work with highly motivated and passionate people. We value open communication, collaboration, and a flexible work-life balance. We offer unique, often global, experiences that empower you to develop and grow within the organization. Sustainability and helping others is also high on our list. We make a difference through charitable activities in our communities across the globe.

 

About us

BCD Travel helps companies travel smart and achieve more. We drive program adoption, cost savings and talent retention through digital experiences that simplify business travel. Our 15,000+ dedicated team members service clients in 170+ countries as we shape a sustainable future for business travel. BCD’s leading meetings and events management and global consultancy services complete our comprehensive suite of solutions for all aspects of corporate travel. In 2024, BCD achieved US$22.9 billion in sales. For more information, visit www.bcdtravel.com.

 

Get to know us by reading our blog and checking out our social media:

 

You’ll be offered

  • Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities
  • Opportunities to grow your skillset and career
  • Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge
  • A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools
  • Travel industry professional perks and discounts
  • An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated

 

At BCD Travel, we value you—our culture and success are defined by our people. We carefully consider a wide range of objective, gender‑neutral compensation factors, including professional background, skills, experience, and role scope.

 

This position is advertised across multiple European locations. The expected annual gross salary ranges by country are as follows:

  • Italy: 25,000 – 32,500 EUR

 

The final salary offered will ultimately depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and location, and will be determined in line with internal equity.

 

We do not request salary history and are committed to equal pay in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive.

 

Ready to join the journey? Apply now!

We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable and necessary accommodations to ensure all employees can perform their roles effectively. For accommodation requests or further information, contact our Talent Acquisition department at careers@bcdtravel.com.

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