Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $118,000.00 - $255,700.00
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
critical illness insurance
accident insurance
Hospital Indemnity insurance
personalized healthcare support
wellbeing program
tobacco cessation program
Health savings account
flexible spending accounts
401k plan
Employee stock purchase plan
basic life insurance
AD and D insurance
short-term disability insurance
Performance awards
Bonuses
Paid holidays
Social and recreational activities
Job Description
Stryker is a leading global medical technology company dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes by providing innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics, and Spine. With a commitment to excellence and patient care, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually worldwide. The company is recognized for its award-winning culture and is proud to have been named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine. Employees benefit from a comprehensive total rewards package including bonuses, healthcare coverage, insurance benefits, retirement plans, wellness initiatives, service and performance awards, as well as various social and recreational activities tailored to specific locations. Work-life balance is supported through 12 paid holidays annually and extensive employee benefits designed to foster professional growth and personal well-being.
The Senior Manager, Events & Experiences position within Stryker’s Customer Solutions Division is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the strategy, planning, and execution of best-in-class events that support business priorities and engage key stakeholders effectively. This role demands a strategic thinker with hands-on leadership skills to manage a diverse portfolio of meetings and events ranging from intimate executive gatherings to large-scale conferences both domestically and internationally. The Senior Manager will ensure that every program is flawlessly executed and aligned with the company’s objectives, delivering meaningful business impact and exceptional attendee experiences.
As the owner of the end-to-end events and experiences function, the Senior Manager will collaborate closely with multiple stakeholders including Marketing, Commercial teams, and senior leadership to set clear event goals, define target audiences, and measure success through actionable metrics. They will oversee budget management, vendor negotiations, compliance, risk mitigation, and on-site execution while continuously enhancing operational excellence and driving innovative practices.
This role requires a deep understanding of virtual event platforms and the latest industry trends to foster high levels of engagement whether events are held in person or virtually. Additionally, the Senior Manager will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, ensuring that all events reflect the Stryker brand and support overarching business goals. This position offers a competitive salary range from $118,000 to $255,700 annually depending on location and experience, reflecting the importance of this role within the organization. Overall, joining Stryker as a Senior Manager, Events & Experiences positions you at the forefront of a dynamic, innovative company dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes and delivering exceptional event experiences that make a difference.
The Senior Manager, Events & Experiences position within Stryker’s Customer Solutions Division is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving the strategy, planning, and execution of best-in-class events that support business priorities and engage key stakeholders effectively. This role demands a strategic thinker with hands-on leadership skills to manage a diverse portfolio of meetings and events ranging from intimate executive gatherings to large-scale conferences both domestically and internationally. The Senior Manager will ensure that every program is flawlessly executed and aligned with the company’s objectives, delivering meaningful business impact and exceptional attendee experiences.
As the owner of the end-to-end events and experiences function, the Senior Manager will collaborate closely with multiple stakeholders including Marketing, Commercial teams, and senior leadership to set clear event goals, define target audiences, and measure success through actionable metrics. They will oversee budget management, vendor negotiations, compliance, risk mitigation, and on-site execution while continuously enhancing operational excellence and driving innovative practices.
This role requires a deep understanding of virtual event platforms and the latest industry trends to foster high levels of engagement whether events are held in person or virtually. Additionally, the Senior Manager will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, ensuring that all events reflect the Stryker brand and support overarching business goals. This position offers a competitive salary range from $118,000 to $255,700 annually depending on location and experience, reflecting the importance of this role within the organization. Overall, joining Stryker as a Senior Manager, Events & Experiences positions you at the forefront of a dynamic, innovative company dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes and delivering exceptional event experiences that make a difference.
Job Requirements
- bachelor’s degree required
- 10+ years of professional work experience is required
- 7+ years trade show/event/convention experience is needed
- 5+ years experience managing multiple projects while delivering on established timelines
- 4+ years of people management experience highly preferred
- certified meeting planner, qualified to take CMP exam, or equivalent experience preferred but not essential
Job Qualifications
- bachelor’s degree
- 10+ years of professional work experience
- 7+ years trade show/event/convention experience
- 5+ years managing multiple projects and established timelines
- experience leading teams preferred
- certified meeting planner or qualified to take CMP exam preferred
- strong strategic planning and communication skills
- proven ability to manage budgets and vendor relationships
- knowledge of virtual event platforms
- excellent leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
Job Duties
- develop and implement meeting planning strategy and cadence in alignment with divisional goals and budget
- lead team on the development of detailed program budgets, control documents and tracking information for every program and ensure compliance with policies
- drive a strategic and proactive approach to event planning, communication, and outcomes with internal stakeholders and external partners
- oversee and coach team on execution of meeting requirements including invitations, registration, travel, food and beverage, audiovisual, site selection, billing reconciliation, program evaluations and follow-up
- manage large scale domestic and international programs
- deliver attendee experiences that generate high levels of engagement, in-person and/or virtually
- lead collaboration across group, division and business units for division meetings and drive consistency for functional/team meetings as appropriate
- manage the selection, negotiation and management of vendors needed to execute meetings
- institute processes, systems and tools for effective meeting planning and evaluation across the division
- launch methods for attendee and stakeholder feedback to provide recommendations for future program enhancements
- maintain comprehensive understanding of virtual platforms and tools to recommend optimal strategy for virtual events
- keep current with internal and external meeting trends to foster high attendee engagement and interaction
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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