Manager, Strategic Events

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee internal events such as sales meetings, VIP/KOL gatherings, sales incentive trips, Town Halls, and various engagement activities.

• Guide event teams along with sales and marketing stakeholders in crafting strategic plans for successful tradeshow execution and performance metrics.

• Coordinate, organize, and implement events and initiatives in collaboration with business partners and organizational leaders.

• Communicate project timelines, creative strategies, and project progress effectively.

• Serve as the primary event planner or provide planning support according to business requirements.

• Monitor and report on shows, events, and associated expenses.

• Identify opportunities for efficiency enhancements, cost reductions, and improved strategic alignment across departments.

• Ensure that strategic events adhere to company policies and procedures.

• Perform post-event evaluations and share insights for the enhancement of future events.

• Work with Segment and Worldwide Marketing teams on product launches and the adoption of solutions.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in event planning.

• A Bachelor’s degree is mandatory.

• Exceptional organizational, time management, logistical planning, and execution abilities.

• Strong project management skills coupled with strategic thinking capabilities.

• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.

• High degree of initiative and a self-starter attitude.

• Positive and cooperative team player.

• Experience in building relationships and collaborating directly with C-suite executives and senior business partners.

• Proficient in sourcing and reserving venues, managing vendors and suppliers, and negotiating quotes, contracts, and agreements.

• Skilled in logistics management and on-site crew coordination.

• Experience with budgeting, invoicing, problem-solving, and reporting on event metrics.

• Proven experience working alongside C-suite leadership.

• Robust project management skills, along with expertise in facilities, service management, finance, and contract oversight.

• Ability to meet tight deadlines while adhering to budget constraints.

• High adaptability and a strong executive presence.

• A Bachelor’s degree in event planning, hospitality, marketing, or related fields is preferred.

• Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation is preferred.

• Willingness to travel up to 50% to support conferences, launches, and key meetings.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.

• Medical coverage.

• Health Savings Accounts.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Dental coverage.

• Vision coverage.

• Hospital Care Insurance.

• Critical Illness Insurance.

• Accidental Injury Insurance.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Short-term disability coverage.

• Long-term disability insurance.

• Long-term care with life insurance.

• Anxiety management program.

• Wellness incentives.

• Sleep improvement program.

• Diabetes management program.

• Virtual physical therapy.

• Emotional/mental health support programs.

• Weight management programs.

• Gastrointestinal health program.

• Substance use management program.

• Benefits for musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery.

• BD 401(k) Plan.

• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan.

• 529 College Savings Plan.

• Financial counseling.

• Baxter Credit Union (BCU).

• Daily Pay options.

• Guidance for college financial aid and applications.

• Paid time off (PTO), including all mandated State leaves.

• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement.

• MetLife Legal Plan.

• Group auto and home insurance.

• Pet insurance.

• Commuter benefits.

• Discounts on products and services.

• Academic Achievement Scholarship.

• Service Recognition Awards.

• Employer matching donations.

• Workplace accommodations.

• Adoption assistance.

• Backup daycare and eldercare services.

• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers.

• Caregiving assistance for elderly individuals and those with special needs.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Paid Parental Leave.

• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes.

• Bereavement leaves.

• Military leave.

• Personal leave.

• Family and Medical Leave (FML).

• Jury and Witness Duty Leave.