Sr Global Events Manager

This role is critical in overseeing the planning, execution, and management of high-impact global events that align with Blue Yonder’s strategic goals. What you’ll do • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to build and scale global planning processes for before, during and after the event to ensure quality assurance, brand consistency, risk mitigation and efficiencies • Manage workstreams with various marketing team members and vendors • Assist in developing the overall strategy for Blue Yonder’s premiere, annual customer event (current + future state) • Help define event goals and specific criteria for where and when Blue Yonder hosts proprietary events in order to drive business impact • Develop project management timelines for annual customer event • Lead overall project management for regular workstream meetings, internal/external communications, vendor selection, event logistics + production, AV, general session, breakouts, keynote speaker management, entertainment, housing, registration, sponsorships + expo hall, food and beverage, security, virtual event, mobile app, tech stack management, staffing, etc • Analyze event data + report on business impact • Solicit, recommend and manage relationships with the right external vendors to help bring Blue Yonder’s vision to life • Responsible for collaborating and proactively communicating with project stakeholders, internal and external partners to define event program objectives, requirements, scope, timing, and budgets • Research best practices and understands Blue Yonder’s company culture and values to choose appropriate mediums to effectively communicate intended information, engage associates and achieve goals • Assist with developing event budgets and project plans, compile and reconcile event revenue and expenses, adhering to company processes and policies. What we are looking for • Bachelor’s Degree; CMP, CTSM certification(s) is a plus • 8+ years of experience in global event strategy and management, with a proven track record of successfully delivery large-scale events • Excellent project management skills, with the ability handle multiple projects simultaneously • Experience managing large budgets • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels • Experience leading, managing and coordinating content developers, designers, creative services, and vendors • Core skills should include leadership, strategic planning, identifying dependencies and resources/cost estimates, scaling and strong analytical capacity with experience presenting and communicating findings to a variety of stakeholders, including senior management • Proficiency in event management software platforms, meet deadlines, deliver results and stay within budget • Experience with event management tools, specifically the Rainfocus event management platform • Must be fluent in Microsoft applications and comfortable learning new software and technology as needed • Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally as required We continue to be guided by our core values and are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. Our Values