Director - Meetings & Events

Job Description

About the Company:

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About the Role:

A short paragraph summarizing the key role responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Planning and Execution:
• Collaborate with the Teams Director to execute a strategic corporate event strategy aligned with company objectives.
• Lead and report on key strategic projects related to major company initiatives, events, and goals.
• Project Management:
• Develop, maintain, and oversee project timelines, ensuring all tasks are successfully completed.
• Provide strategic analysis for event projections, roadmapping, and ROI evaluation across the region.
• Manage 58 Tier 1 events end-to-end, delivering flawless execution and making it experiential events.
• Team Leadership and Collaboration:
• Manage a team of five, ensuring bandwidth alignment, KPI tracking, and overall team efficiency.
• Work closely with regional and product-focused marketing teams to deliver reports, updates, and data insights to senior leadership and internal stakeholders.
• Budgeting and Vendor Management:
• Negotiate contracts with vendors to secure noticeable cost savings while adhering to strict budgetary constraints.
• Track and report financial benefits, ensuring events deliver maximum ROI.
• Process Optimization:
• Identify opportunities for team efficiency, streamline workflows, and implement process automation.
• Explore and secure sponsorship opportunities for events to offset costs.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management:
• Present updates, strategic plans, and performance analysis to senior leadership, showcasing proactive communication and data-driven insights.

Required Skills:

• Experience and Leadership:
• 1015 years of experience in event planning, marketing, and team/people management.
• Proven ability to manage and mentor a high-performing team.
• Experience working directly with senior leadership to present strategies and deliver insights.
• Skills and Capabilities:
• Strong project management skills with an ability to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a focus on delivering quality outcomes.
• Proficiency in budgeting, financial analysis, and ROI measurement.
• Negotiation and Vendor Management:
• Demonstrated success in negotiating vendor contracts to secure cost savings and manage budgets effectively.
• Technical Proficiency:
• Advanced expertise in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with event tech and management tools.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proactive approach to stakeholder management.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with global teams, ensuring seamless collaboration and execution.