Senior Event Planner - Remote

Overview

The Senior Event Planner manages and supports all strategic, operational, and logistical activities for meeting and event related activities; may liaise with a third-party vendor as appropriate. This role is responsible for developing a comprehensive meetings and events calendar that aligns with the overall business strategy and objectives, while also managing annual planning budgets.

In Short

• Manage all strategic, operational, and logistical activities for meetings and events.
• Develop a comprehensive meetings and events calendar.
• Manage annual planning budgets for pipeline and in-line products.
• Partner with senior management to streamline the meetings and events management process.
• Utilize tracking tools to measure expenditure effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with corporate guidelines and policies.
• Monitor vendor compliance with related policies and procedures.
• Lead national and global meeting/event programs.
• Collaborate with marketing, finance, and procurement stakeholders.
• Research and recommend efficiencies in logistics and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, communication, or related field.
• 5+ years of work experience in event planning.
• Convention planning experience preferred.
• Exceptional leadership and project management skills.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural and complex environment.
• Results-oriented and self-organized.
• Adaptable in an evolving environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off.
• Medical/dental/vision insurance.
• 401(k) participation for eligible employees.
• Short-term incentive programs.