Senior Manager, Events Management

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Plan and implement assigned meetings, conferences, incentive programs, and corporate events that align with business goals and event strategies.

• Create project plans, timelines, communication strategies, and execution frameworks.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams to enhance event objectives and attendee experiences.

• Suggest process enhancements and contribute to best practices in event management.

• Oversee room blocks, housing coordination, attendee accommodations, and related reporting tasks.

• Manage venue operations, space planning, meeting room layouts, food and beverage needs, signage, transportation, and accessibility.

• Assist with venue sourcing, contract review, negotiation, and supplier management.

• Handle rooming lists, Banquet Event Orders, and venue specifications.

• Administer approved event budgets, monitor expenses, forecast costs, track variances, and identify opportunities for savings.

• Supervise invoice processing, contract compliance, and financial reconciliations.

• Compile budget updates, variance reports, and reconciliation summaries for leadership review.

• Support onsite event operations and address significant risks as they arise.

• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, temporary staff, and onsite resources.

• Manage VIP and executive experiences, speaker logistics, crisis response, and real-time issue resolution.

• Ensure adherence to safety protocols, risk management standards, and organizational policies.

• Share best practices in event management and assist in the development of team capabilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent professional experience will be considered.

• 4-6+ years of progressively responsible experience in managing corporate meetings, conferences, incentive programs, or experiential events.

• Proven experience managing multiple events simultaneously, including logistics, budgets, vendors, and onsite execution.

• Familiarity with venue sourcing, contract negotiation, housing management, registration management, supplier management, and event procurement processes.

• Experience in developing, managing, and reconciling event budgets.

• Proficient in event technology platforms, including Cvent, registration systems, mobile event applications, reporting tools, and related event technologies.

• Strong skills in project management, organization, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management.

• Ability to stay composed, adaptable, and solution-oriented while handling competing priorities in fast-paced, high-visibility environments.

• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including occasional evenings and weekends.

• Must possess a valid passport or be eligible and legally authorized to obtain one for international business travel.

• Must be able to primarily work within Central or Eastern Time business hours.

• A background check may be required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Bonus pay eligibility.

• Paid time off.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k).

• Flexible and accommodating work environment.

• Continuous learning and growth opportunities.

• An inclusive workplace.

• Opportunities for domestic and international travel.