Event Planner

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Event Planner in Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Job Title: Event Planner

Duration: 6 Months

Location: Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
(Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.)

Job Type: Contract (40 hrs. a week)

Pay Range: $35-$40/hr
(Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Work Schedule:
Hybrid - in office 3 days/week, remote 2 days/week

Job Description:
As an Events Planner, you will manage, plan, and execute multiple, complex, and concurrent events to support the APN business in the USA. This includes producing and managing all aspects of high-quality events, utilizing
digital environments and other technology platforms. You will need excellent stakeholder and project management skills to ensure the alignment of event logistics with clear, results-focused execution, and the ability to identify efficiencies and improvements to the events strategy. You will need to be able to travel up to 25% overnight in this role.

Planning and project-managing large, high-visibility tradeshows, customer events, internal conferences, and media events to create an exceptional experience that aligns with business and stakeholder expectations.
Overseeing logistics for events, including event space, contracts, agenda planning, AV requirements, meeting room setups, equipment and labor, menu selection, speaker coordination, sponsorship management, decor,
signage, collateral, graphics, transportation, and event reconciliation and reporting.
Ensuring clear communication with stakeholders throughout the planning and execution phases to guarantee alignment and satisfaction.
Developing and managing relationships with vendors to secure necessary services and products for successful event execution, ensuring quality and adherence to budget constraints.
Traveling to and managing all aspects of events on-site, ensuring smooth execution of logistics and that the event meets established goals and objectives.
Identifying industry trends and best practices to improve event efficiency, cost savings, and execution, while assisting team members with events as needed.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and/or events or meeting planner certification, or equivalent experience in a related field.
Four plus years of event management experience, preferably within a corporate, large venue, or event management capacity.
Exceptional time management and organizational skills with a proven record of success in planning, managing, and executing multiple events simultaneously.
Excellent written and oral communication skills at all levels, with the ability to succinctly convey updates and project plans.
Experience managing mid- to large-size budgets, with advanced knowledge of contractual language pertaining to meetings and events, and significant experience negotiating with vendors.
Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
Adaptability to situations and ever-changing demands, with a high level of organization to handle multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.
Experience with event registration systems and event mobile app platforms.

Benefits:
BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 239368 when responding to this ad.