Training & Events Operations Manager

Our client is a dynamic organization based in Foster City, CA, specializing in delivering high-quality training and event management solutions tailored for the US Commercial sector. Focused on enhancing employee growth and leadership capabilities, the company facilitates various training programs that contribute to professional development and business success. With a culture that fosters innovation, collaboration, and excellence, they seek to build long-term partnerships with their employees by encouraging a supportive and engaging work environment. The organization operates on a W2 basis and is currently offering an 18-plus months contract position with a competitive hourly pay rate between $35 and $38.

The role of Training & Events Operations Manager is pivotal to the company’s mission for delivering exceptional training events that meet business objectives. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who can blend event management prowess with project management skills to ensure the seamless planning, execution, and evaluation of a variety of US Commercial training events, including new hire orientations and leadership development programs. The Training & Events Operations Manager will act as a strategic planner and hands-on coordinator, overseeing every phase from initial planning through post-event analytics and continuous improvements.

Responsibilities for this role include extensive stakeholder engagement to align event goals with organizational priorities, effective vendor management for sourcing venues and negotiating contracts, and the meticulous coordination of event logistics such as registrations, travel arrangements, audio-visual needs, and catering services. The manager will also be entrusted with delivering executive-level updates, providing actionable insights through data analysis, and driving enhancements in operational processes by maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). In essence, this role demands a versatile leader who is detail-oriented, proactive, and excelled in multi-tasking to enhance attendee experience and maximize the impact of company training initiatives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience managing large-scale training events, possess strong communication capabilities, and demonstrate a commitment to elevating organizational effectiveness through best practices in event and project management.