Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $63,426.00 - $105,711.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
Flexible work schedule
Job Description
Inspire is a dynamic multi-brand restaurant company with a diverse portfolio that includes over 33,000 restaurants such as Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC worldwide. As a leader in the foodservice industry, Inspire is committed not only to serving iconic brands but also to delivering exceptional experiences that go beyond just food. The company passionately focuses on igniting and nourishing flavorful experiences, understanding that food is a fundamental part of culture, community, and personal connection. Inspire's vibrant work environment fosters innovation, collaboration, and diversity, making it an exciting place for driven professionals to grow and contribute... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 4 year bachelor’s degree in business, meeting planning or related discipline
- Must have a minimum of 3 years’ meeting planning experience
- Preferred experience supporting and working closely with executive team members
- Preferred experience and successful track record working directly with franchisees and partnering cross-functionally within a complex organization
- Self-starter with strong communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, organization, project management and customer service skills
- Proactive and innovative thinker and communicator
- Positive attitude and willingness to jump in as a team player
- Ability to consult, influence and coach franchisees and partners
- Ability to multitask while managing established timelines and budgets
- Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office products
- Ability to embrace change, adjust priorities often, and deliver time-sensitive results
- Ability to skillfully negotiate contracts
- Ability to build rapport quickly with all levels of management including senior leadership and external partners
- Ability to work in home office, third party locations, and support center utilizing disciplined time management
- Travel requirement of up to 15%
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Meeting Planning, or related discipline
- Minimum 3 years of meeting planning experience
- Preferred experience supporting executive team members
- Preferred experience working directly with franchisees and cross-functional teams
- Strong communication skills
- Exceptional organization and project management capabilities
- Ability to multitask and manage deadlines
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Skillful contract negotiation abilities
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with senior leadership, franchisees, and external partners
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
Job Duties
- Lead meeting planning activities for Dunkin’ Operations team including planning franchisee leadership meetings, regional all-team meetings, and high-profile events such as Brand Advisory Council meetings and Annual Franchisee Awards dinner
- Act as subject matter expert for all meeting planning aspects including contract negotiation, logistics, room sets, audio visual, and budgeting
- Provide consultative advice and cost-saving recommendations on meeting logistics
- Source and review potential meeting venues based on size, location, and objectives within budget
- Negotiate contracts for hotels, audio visual, offsite venues, and restaurants to achieve cost savings
- Prepare meeting announcements and coordinate logistics with travel agencies, internal teams, and franchisees
- Maintain detailed reservation links, room blocks, and attendee lists ensuring accommodations meet requirements including dietary needs
- Create and maintain internal and external distribution lists organized by Business Consultants and Directors
- Manage onboarding process for new hires on the Operations team through multiple system tasks
- Reconcile monthly Operations meeting expenses, track receipts, and allocate costs appropriately
- Serve as first point of contact for general support questions including travel, expense, and venue recommendations
- Assist Learning Department with special meetings and events
- Process franchisee reimbursements
- Support regional communication requests including setting up webinars, surveys, and targeted emails
- Provide executive support to Dunkin’ COO including managing travel arrangements, calendar requests, and expense reconciliation
- Supervise Operations Services Specialist, providing coaching, feedback, and performance reviews
- Approve IT requests, weekly timesheets, and PTO requests
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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