Corporate Events Specialist

The Corporate Events Specialist leads the planning, development, and execution of corporate events on behalf of the Hy-Vee corporate office. This position oversees the corporate event calendar, manages complex projects across departments, selects and negotiates with vendors, and ensures high-quality delivery of all internal events, department functions, and company-wide awards programs. Lead planning, logistics development, and execution for corporate events, conferences, and company-wide award programs.Develop and manage the annual corporate events calendar, ensuring alignment with budgetary guidelines and organizational priorities.Oversee vendor research, venue evaluation, and assist with contract negotiation.Manage and enhance the retirement program, including celebration planning, communication, and gift coordination.Direct scheduling, planning, and implementation of complex event timelines with cross-functional stakeholders.Monitor event-related expenses; produce event reports and financial summaries.Identify process improvements and create standardized event procedures and tools.Supervise event staff as assigned, providing coaching and task direction.Represent the department in leadership meetings and provide subject-matter expertise on event operations. Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, hospitality management, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience considered.Three to five years of related event planning or project management experience required; corporate or large-scale event experience preferred.Prior supervisory or project team lead experience strongly preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.Commitment to the Hy-Vee Mission and a willingness to promote company values.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external partners.Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously.Ability to identify problems, develop effective solutions, and make decisions independently.High degree of organizational skill and attention to detail.Ability to lead projects and delegate effectively.Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Knowledge of standard office equipment and event-planning tools.