Associate Director of Events

Omaha, NE, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $53,600.00 - $96,600.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

disability plans

Job Description

Werner Enterprises is a leading transportation and logistics company renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer service. With decades of experience and a nationwide presence, Werner Enterprises has established itself as a trusted partner in the logistics industry, offering a wide range of services including truckload, logistics, and supply chain management solutions. The company prides itself on fostering a dynamic workplace environment that encourages growth, collaboration, and innovation among its employees.

The Associate Director of Events at Werner Enterprises is a strategic leadership role vital to shaping and executing the company’s diverse portfolio of corporate, associate, and customer-facing events. This role is designed for a high-energy professional who combines a creative mindset with operational precision to deliver superior event experiences. Whether managing large-scale festivals, national conferences, or intimate executive summits, the Associate Director of Events ensures that each event serves as a high-caliber representation of the Werner brand. This role involves leading cross-functional teams and managing external vendor partnerships to create seamless and impactful experiences that not only drive engagement but also reinforce company culture.

In this position, the Associate Director acts as a visionary and hands-on leader, demonstrating strong project management skills while maintaining a clear focus on the broader business objectives. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced event environment and is known for their ability to stay calm under pressure. Responsibilities include overseeing the full event lifecycle—that is, from strategic planning and budgeting to onsite execution and post-event performance measurement. The role demands mastery in vendor negotiations, experiential innovation, talent management, and operational logistics including production design, site safety, and contingency planning. This professional is also the steward of the brand within the event space, ensuring consistent and impeccable representation across all touchpoints.

Werner Enterprises offers comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) plan, stock purchase options, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage. This role is full-time and offers an opportunity for those passionate about event management to lead high-impact initiatives within a respected, well-established company. The Associate Director of Events is integral to reinforcing Werner's brand and culture through exceptional event experiences that align with corporate goals and resonate across various audiences. This position is essential for candidates who possess a strategic mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for delivering top-tier event programming, making it an outstanding opportunity for experienced event professionals looking to advance their careers in the logistics sector.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum of 8 to 10 years experience in event planning, event coordination, and project management
Demonstrated experience in managing high-profile executive-level events from concept through post-delivery
Proven ability to negotiate large-scale vendor, hotel, and venue contracts
Strong project management skills with multi-event coordination experience
Experience managing budgets including forecasting and expense tracking
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively
Familiarity with production logistics including stage, audio/visual, and lighting
Knowledge of site safety, contingency planning, and crowd management

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Minimum 8 to 10 years experience in event planning, coordination, and project management
Expertise in planning and executing high-profile, executive-level events from concept through delivery and measurement
Strong design instincts to craft intentional, premium, and differentiated event experiences
Ability to manage multiple events across various audience segments, formats, and scales without quality compromise
Proficient project management skills to build plans, manage workstreams, and drive accountability
Experience managing event budgets and expense accountability
Strong negotiation skills managing vendor, hotel, and venue contracts
Leadership capabilities to direct teams with and without formal reporting lines
Effective communicator and people leader with experience building collaborative teams
High design and brand literacy to uphold premium visual and experiential standards
Strategic thinker connecting event programming to business and marketing objectives
Skilled in managing stakeholder relationships at all organizational levels

Job Duties

Develop and oversee an annual event strategy that aligns with corporate goals, brand identity, and business milestones
Lead and collaborate with Marketing Communications on event production including stage management, audio/visual and lighting design
Integrate interactive elements, emerging technologies, and creative activations to enhance attendee experience
Act as primary liaison for entertainment, guest speakers, and third-party production crews managing contract negotiations
Direct full lifecycle management of multiple concurrent events ensuring adherence to timelines and delivery milestones
Own events department budget including forecasting, expense tracking, and post-event ROI analysis
Source, vet, and manage vendors such as catering, logistics, decor, and security ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness
Oversee site selection, crowd management, transportation, and comprehensive contingency and safety planning
Collaborate with HR, Sales, Facilities, and Executive leadership to meet needs of all stakeholders
Ensure consistent brand execution across all physical and digital event touchpoints
Provide progress updates and performance metrics to key stakeholders