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BCD

Operations Manager

Chicago, IL, USA|Remote, Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $95,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Flexible working
Travel Discounts
Employee Recognition Program

Job Description

BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E) is a premier global agency renowned for delivering innovative and trustworthy meeting and event planning services. Established with a mission to foster meaningful connections that inspire, motivate, and drive behavioral change, BCD M&E has positioned itself as a leader in the industry by combining passion, purpose, and people-centric values. Headquartered in Chicago with operations spanning over 50 countries, this agency employs over 1,800 professionals dedicated to sustainability, customer success, and continuous business advancement. The company culture embraces diversity, empathy, and flexibility, creating an environment where unique perspectives thrive and contribute to collective achievements. Working... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 5 years in event planning or operations
  • Experience leading virtual teams
  • Ability to travel up to 50% annually
  • Preferred availability during Eastern or Central Standard business hours
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Proficiency with event management software

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, event management, or related field
  • Proven experience in event planning and operations management
  • Strong leadership and team management skills
  • Proficiency with event technology platforms such as Cvent
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience in international event delivery
  • Ability to develop client proposals and participate in sales pitches

Job Duties

  • Leading and motivating a high-performing virtual team
  • Delivering exceptional events from planning through onsite execution
  • Managing budgets and tracking cost savings
  • Building strong client relationships and fostering trust
  • Implementing streamlined processes and operational best practices
  • Collaborating on creative event design and experiential delivery
  • Developing and presenting client proposals

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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