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Events Manager

Wayne, PA 19087

Posted: 09/12/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Marketing Job Number: 622291 Is job remote?: Yes Country: United States

Job Description


Pay Rate: Up to $70/hour 
Duration: Until the end of 2024 (Temp to Hire) 
Location: REMOTE (EST preferred) 
 

Planet Interactive's Biotech client has a HOT need for an Events Manager with minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate event management, with a focus on sales conferences and trade shows for a TEMP TO HIRE assignment starting in August 2024! 

The Events Manager will manage large sales conferences and build related processes for various types of trade shows and events. This role requires a collaborative leader who can develop and implement strategic plans, ensure flawless execution, and drive exceptional results.  
Events Manager Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for sales conferences, trade shows, and events to achieve business objectives.
  • Oversee all aspects of event planning, including budgeting, logistics, marketing, and on-site execution independently or in partnership with event planning agencies.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align event goals with organizational objectives and ensure cohesive execution.
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of event professionals, ensuring continuous development and high performance.
  • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment that encourages creativity and innovation.
  • Manage external vendors, contractors, and partners to deliver high-quality event services.
  • Develop and implement standardized processes for event planning and execution to ensure efficiency and consistency.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve event processes, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance overall event quality.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior executives, sponsors, exhibitors, and attendees.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all event-related communications and decisions.
  • Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources.
  • Monitor financial performance and implement measures to achieve budgetary goals.
  • Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions.
  • Develop and implement metrics to measure event success, including attendee satisfaction, engagement levels, and ROI.
  • Use data analytics to evaluate the effectiveness of events and identify areas for improvement.
  • Create detailed post-event reports and presentations for stakeholders, summarizing key insights and recommendations.
  • Conduct surveys and gather feedback from attendees to assess the impact and success of events.
  • Continuously monitor industry trends and benchmarks to ensure best practices in event measurement.
Events Manager Qualifications: 
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Event Management, or a related field.
  • Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, manage multiple projects, and deliver results under pressure.
  • Strong decision-making skills and the ability to navigate complex and dynamic environments.
  • Extensive experience in planning and executing large-scale events, conferences, and trade shows including event logistics, vendor management, and on-site coordination.
  • Ability to develop and implement long-term strategic plans that align with organizational goals.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify opportunities and overcome challenges.
  • Knowledge of marketing principles and best practices, including digital marketing and social media.
  • Ability to create and execute effective marketing campaigns to drive event attendance and engagement.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience in managing event budgets.
  • Ability to analyze financial data and make informed decisions to optimize budgetary performance.
  • Proficiency in using data analytics tools and techniques to measure event performance.
  • Strong understanding of key performance indicators (KPIs) for events and ability to interpret data to drive improvements.
  • Experience in creating detailed post-event reports and delivering actionable insights.

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Planet Interactive and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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