Education Event Planner

The Education Event Planner is responsible for working in conjunction with the various team members of the Education Department and the Sales Organization as the primary individual responsible for education program and event planning. Event Planner is also responsible for logistics and project management of special projects as defined by management. Front-line responsibility as a resource and for the logistics and event planning involved in delivering high quality continuing education programming for the Straumann organization including: • Coordinate Education programming for assigned Sales Regions- both Local and National- this can range from 200-300 programs on an annual basis • Work with Sales Team to coordinate logistics of education programs • Outside speaker suggestion and negotiation • Budget activities, including tracking all programs, PO requisitions, post-program analysis and reconciliation • Marketing of programs/events, including email blasts, website advertising, social media and traditional marketing activities including calling potential attendees. Preferred Qualifications: • Bilingual in French and English • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written • Time management and organizational skills • Detailed-oriented and ability to multitask • Strong problem solving and customer service skills • Ability work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple priorities • Ability to work cross functionally and with all levels of management • Advanced skills in MS Office; SAP and Cvent • A strong understanding of aspects of event planning and meeting management • A basic understanding of LEAN Office Management All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.