Event Manager - Marketing

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Summary:

In this role, you will manage all aspects of approximately 60 corporate meetings each year, delivering comprehensive, start-to-finish event planning services.  You will apply your strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service. You will excel in a fast-paced, demanding environment where you will balance multiple ongoing events with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to design, plan, and execute events from initial concept through final delivery.
• Manage all logistical elements of events, including venue coordination, catering, audiovisual setup, transportation, vendor sourcing, and administrative support.
• Establish, communicate, and maintain clear timelines, milestones, and priorities for each event.
• Lead the planning and execution of all aspects of corporate events, ensuring alignment with business goals and brand standards.
• Manage supplier relationships by developing RFPs, sourcing vendors, negotiating and reviewing contracts, conducting site visits, and overseeing services such as food and beverage, lodging, A/V, and production.
• Track and manage event budgets and calendars, ensuring cost-effective planning while maintaining high-quality service and experience.
• Provide on-site support to ensure smooth execution of all event elements and address any real-time issues as they arise.

Qualifications:

• Relevant degree in a related field preferred.
• 2 or more years of experience in corporate event planning required.
• CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) or CMM (Certificate in Meeting Management) certification preferred.
• Proficiency with event registration platforms and project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet and Microsoft word and excel).
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and customer service skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Proven experience in contract negotiation and vendor management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple events simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines with precision.
• Willingness to travel for on-site event support as needed

Estimated Hiring Range:

This position is also incentive eligible.

Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan! Please view our benefits here:

http://www.vizientinc.com/about-us/careers

Equal Opportunity Employer:   Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law.