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Lumbermens Merchandising

Senior Event Planner

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $23.00 - $33.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Flexible Schedule
Travel reimbursement

Job Description

Our company is a leading event management organization known for delivering innovative and memorable events across various industries. With a solid reputation for excellence and a commitment to customer satisfaction, we specialize in planning, coordinating, and executing complex events ranging from corporate conferences to VIP gatherings and large-scale exhibitions. Our team is composed of dedicated professionals who thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, leveraging advanced technology and creative solutions to exceed client expectations.

We are currently seeking a Senior Event Planner to join our team. In this role, the Senior Event Planner will serve as the project leader... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, meeting management, public relations, communications, hospitality, or equivalent work experience required
  • 8+ years of experience in the field of meeting and event planning
  • Proficiency in Cvent software including meeting/registration development, On Arrival, Mobile App/Attendee Hub
  • Strong knowledge of program/event management and budget maintenance
  • Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office, CRM systems, and Concur
  • Ability to negotiate vendor contracts
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to travel up to 20%
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
  • Attention to detail

Job Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in the field of meeting and event planning
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, meeting management, public relations, communications, hospitality, or equivalent work experience required
  • Cvent experience (Meeting/Registration development, On Arrival, Mobile App/Attendee Hub) required
  • Strong knowledge of program/event management and budget maintenance
  • Exposure to project planning/forecasting financial implications
  • Excellent computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, CRM systems, Concur and ability to learn new technology quickly
  • Cvent certified preferred
  • Sourcing experience preferred
  • Executive/VIP planned experience preferred
  • Ability to work with minimal direction required
  • Ability to travel up to 20% required

Job Duties

  • Manage and support all strategic, operations and logistical activities for meeting and event related projects
  • Organize facilities and manage all event details such as lodging, catering, setup, entertainment, transportation, registration, AV, and production technology
  • Maintain, report, and forecast meeting budgets
  • Use technology to manage the planning processes for meeting, including meeting registrations, approvals, budget and actual spend, calendars, meeting logistics, attendee registrations etc
  • Negotiate with vendors to secure contracts, maintain budgets and ensure event needs are met
  • Conduct research, find resources and make recommendations regarding event possibilities
  • Design and build websites that provide exceptional user experience and maintain efficient backend attendee management and reporting
  • Understand the unique needs of different types of events
  • Develop and maintain a strong working relationship with dealers, exhibitors, vendors, and internal staff
  • Partner with marketing and other stakeholders in the development of communication plans and materials including invitations, promotional materials, meeting websites and other meeting/event collateral
  • Support execution of delivery in line with the overall strategy
  • All other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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