Events Manager

Omaha, NE, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $72,860.00 - $110,014.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid parental leave

Pet benefits including pawternity leave and pet insurance

Student loan repayment

Job Description

Orion is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment where every team member is respected, valued, and heard. With core values centered around accountability, support, and client satisfaction, Orion is committed to creating "raving fans" by consistently exceeding client expectations. The company prides itself on its culture of innovation, challenging the status quo, and pushing boundaries to deliver transformative outcomes. Orion believes in working together to achieve collective success for both the organization and its clients. This commitment is reflected in the company's inclusive atmosphere and emphasis on personal accountability. Orion offers a... Show More

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in event management, marketing, communications, or related field or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years planning and executing corporate events
Ability to work in-office at Omaha, NE location at least 3 days per week
Flexibility to travel up to 15% annually
Ability to work outside regular business hours
Strong project management skills
Excellent organizational skills
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Creativity and proficiency in event management software
Financial acumen for budget management

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in event management, marketing, communications, or related field or equivalent experience
Minimum of 5 years planning and executing corporate events
Strong project management skills
Excellent organizational and attention-to-detail skills
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Creativity in event concept development and theming
Proficient in event management software and technology tools
Financial acumen for budget management
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
Experience managing stakeholder relationships

Job Duties

Develop and implement a comprehensive corporate events strategy aligned with the organization's goals and brand identity
Collaborate with senior management to understand event objectives, themes, and key messages
Conduct thorough event needs assessments to determine scope, budget, and resources
Create detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for each event
Oversee event logistics including catering, audiovisual needs, and event registration
Manage event timelines and critical path milestones
Coordinate with internal teams, external vendors, and suppliers for seamless event logistics
Collaborate with marketing to develop event concepts, themes, branding, and collateral
Develop and manage event budgets ensuring cost-effective planning
Conduct financial analysis and negotiate with vendors
Track and monitor event expenses and provide reports
Liaise with external vendors and contractors managing contracts and relationships
Serve as primary contact for event inquiries providing exceptional customer service
Work with marketing and communications to develop promotion and communication strategies
Utilize marketing channels to drive event awareness and registrations

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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