Position: Lead Event Planner
About: JM Family Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Lead Event Planner to orchestrate large meetings, special events, and incentive trips with a focus on customer satisfaction and impactful event experiences that drive motivation and performance.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Event Management, or equivalent experience plus a minimum of 5 years planning meetings and mid-size incentive programs in a corporate process-driven environment preferred; 5 years of experience in hotel site selection, negotiation, and bookings with current knowledge of domestic and international destinations; Experience interfacing and maintaining productive working relationships with various vendors in the event industry; Knowledge of procedures related to planning and managing corporate meetings, events, and incentive trips; Experience using or knowledge of CVENT event registration system preferred; Above average knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills; Familiarity with budget creation, financial reconciliation, contract negotiations, and vendor management; Commitment to compliance with legal and safety standards; Highly organized with excellent project management skills; Exceptional customer service skills and ability to handle diverse requests professionally and timely; Ability to travel domestically and internationally when required; Industry recognized certification (CMP, CMM, CITE, CSEP) is a plus
Benefits: health insurance, 401(k), flexible work schedule conducive to work-life balance, employee discount on food and beverages
