Meetings, Events and Trade Shows Planner III

US-Nationwide-FIELDFull timeWhat Meetings and Events contributes to Cardinal HealthMeetings and Events plans and implements a variety of internal and external meetings, events, and trade shows aligned with strategic business and brand objectives. This job family manages all event logistics, including facility selection, catering, transportation arrangements, audio/visual equipment and invitations, as well as promotional materials and merchandise. This job family manages the overall event calendar and budgets, and liaises with vendors to select services and negotiate prices.ResponsibilitiesLeads the planning and execution of complex national meetings and events, ensuring alignment with business objectives, attendee experience goals, and operational standards.Serves as the primary SME for national meetings and event management technology, providing expertise, recommendations, training, and guidance across the team.Supports COE initiatives through oversight of assigned programs, tools, processes, and vendor partnerships to drive consistency, scalability, compliance, and operational efficiency.Manages strategic vendor relationships and assigned programs, monitoring performance, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing enhancements to drive service excellence and desired business outcomes.Negotiates and tracks budgets. Works with internal stakeholders on budget management.Ability to execute trade shows ranging from tabletop to large booths.Understands and makes recommendations on contract terms and booth layouts related to meetings and trade shows.Utilizes technology to strategically manage meetings.Supports with day-to-day team operations.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience preferred4+ years' experience in corporate meetings and trade shows highly preferredDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, influence stakeholders, and drive process improvements.Experience managing strategic programs, vendor relationships, or operational initiatives preferred.Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) preferredCvent experience preferredAbility to travel up to 30%What is expected of you and others at this levelRecognized as a subject matter expert in an assigned specialty area and serves as a resource for team members and business partners by providing guidance, recommendations, and thought leadership.Applies comprehensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of concepts, principles, and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks and projectsContributes to the development of policies and proceduresWorks on complex projects of large scopeDevelops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Solutions are innovative and consistent with organization objectivesCompletes work independently receives general guidance on new projectsWork reviewed for purpose of meeting objectivesActs as a mentor to less experienced colleaguesAnticipated salary range: $68, Bonus eligible : No Benefits:Medical, dental and vision coveragePaid time off planHealth savings account (HSA)401k savings planAccess to wages before pay day with myFlex Pay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)Short- and long-term disability coverageWork-Life resourcesPaid parental leaveHealthy lifestyle programsApplication window anticipated to close : 09/24/2026The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create…