Meeting and Event Planner - Quick Hire!

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that operates at the forefront of agricultural innovation and food production. With a rich history and a strong reputation, the company is dedicated to reimagining the business of food while supporting its members and communities. Recognized as a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn and named to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list, Land O'Lakes offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment with an emphasis on diversity and innovation. They provide a comprehensive portfolio of benefits designed to support employees and their families, solidifying their commitment to creating an optimal work-life balance and professional growth. The cooperative fosters a culture where the future takes root, inviting talented individuals to join their team and contribute to impactful projects and initiatives within the food and agriculture sectors.

The role of Meeting and Event Planner at Land O'Lakes is a hybrid position, requiring presence in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, while allowing flexibility on other days. This position is vital to the successful planning, coordination, and execution of both internal and external meetings and events that support the Land O'Lakes enterprise. The Meeting and Event Planner is tasked with managing multiple events simultaneously, ranging in size from 50 to 300 attendees. This requires a deep understanding of event planning principles, practices, and industry standards.

As part of the enterprise meeting and events team, the Meeting and Event Planner collaborates closely with stakeholders and internal partners across the company to ensure seamless event execution. The planner leads the full lifecycle of events, including project planning, creative experience design, budgeting, registration, hotel and venue management, transportation, and gifting. They are responsible for sourcing and managing vendors such as Destination Management Companies (DMCs), audio-visual teams, production staff, entertainment, and designers. Additionally, the planner stays current with the latest experiential innovations and trends to continuously enhance event experiences.

The ideal candidate brings at least five years of professional meeting and event planning experience, preferably in a corporate environment, with proven expertise in vendor sourcing, negotiating, and contracting. They are adept at handling complex logistics such as audiovisual setups, catering, transportation, and hotel accommodations, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and high-quality execution. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential, as is the capability to build strong relationships across various organizational levels, including senior leadership.

This position requires occasional travel (up to 20%) and flexibility to work evenings and weekends when necessary. Candidates must have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with event registration systems, preferably Cvent. Physical endurance to stand, walk long distances, and lift items up to 40 pounds is also required. The salary range for this role is between $70,800 and $106,200, with most hires expected near the middle of this range.

High school diploma or higher
minimum of five years experience in professional meeting and event planning
proven experience in vendor sourcing, negotiating, and contracting
technical expertise in audiovisual setups, catering, transportation, and hotel housing
ability to manage multiple events simultaneously
exceptional attention to detail
strong critical thinking and problem-solving ability
ability to build relationships at all organizational levels including senior leadership
willingness to travel onsite up to 20 percent
flexibility to work evenings and weekends
advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office
experience with event management registration systems such as Cvent
physical ability to stand for long periods, walk long distances, and lift up to 40 pounds
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