Lead Event Planning Specialist (Hybrid)

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

TheLeadEvent PlanningSpecialistis responsible forplanning and executing a wide range of high-impact meetings and events that align with divisional goals and budgets. The role owns end-to-end event management from strategy, budgeting andlogisticsto stakeholder engagement and post-event evaluation, delivering seamless, engaging experiences for audiences of 20 to 500 participants. This individual collaborates cross-functionally, manages vendors and multiple concurrentprogramsand ensures compliance with processes while driving continuous improvement in meeting planning practices. Additionally, the role serves asa liaisonfor major organizational eventsand enhances internal platforms to elevate the overall meetings and events experience.

Essential duties & responsibilities:(detailed description)

Execute meeting planning strategy and cadence in alignment with divisional goals and budget.Develop and manage all aspects for assigned divisional meetings. Meetings could range from20 to 500people and include leadership meetings, product launches, area meetings, council meetings,special events, etc.Coordinate all event details, which include but are not limitedto:event budgeting, attendee communications, invitations, registration, air and ground travel, hotel accommodations, rooming list management, agenda development, food and beverage, audio visual, amenity selection, site inspections and selection, billing reconciliation, program evaluations and follow-up with minimal direction.Create program budgets, controldocumentsandtrackinginformation for every program. Complete all required documents and follow policies and procedures to ensure compliance and continuity of all programs.\Defineappropriate budgetwith financial partners and execute within that establishedbudget. Ensuretimelyandaccuratereconciliation of all invoices.Collaborate across groups,divisionsand business units for division meetings (i.e.national salesmeeting, mid-year meetings, etc.) as instructed by leadership.Partner with stakeholders on their event planning needs and budgets, working with internal partners to execute.Deliverattendee experiencesthat generatehigh levelsof engagement, in-person and/or virtually.Manage multiple meetings simultaneously that maybe occurringat the sametimeframe.Willingly support other team members in the execution of meetings, andpitch inwhere needed tosupport withpre-event tasks andassistanceonsite.Manage vendors and external partners with clear communication and instructions to support event execution.Contribute to processes,systemsand tools for effective meeting planning and evaluation across the division.Assistin event planning,execution, and facilitation, as needed, for all other Customer and Employee Engagement functions (Internal Meetings and Events, Employee Engagement, Customer Engagement)Evaluateattendeeand stakeholder feedback to provide recommendations for future program enhancements or changes.Keep current with internal and external meeting trends to foster high attendee engagement and interaction.Medical liaison,planningand execution for cross-divisional meetingsManageadditionalstrategic projects as assigned bymanagerMentorshipof admins supporting the DLT. Instruct on how to plan meetings of 20 or fewer for the DLT.

What you need (required):

Bachelor's degreerequired4+ years of experience in meeting, conference, or special event planningProven experience managing multiple, concurrent meetings, including back-to-back programsAbility to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%Strong verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiencesProficiencyin Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with Marketo, SharePoint 365, Zoom, Teams, or similar platforms preferred

Preferred:

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environmentExceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management skillsExperience negotiating contracts with hotels and external vendorsAbility to build andmaintainstrong relationships with internal stakeholders, colleagues, and external partners

United States of America Pay Ranges:

USN: $69,500 - $110,900 USD Annual

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Travel Percentage: 50%

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