Program Manager - Marketing Events II

Position Title: Program Manager - Marketing Events II

Location: Remote, USA

Anticipated Start Date: 1-2 weeks

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 10/01/2024 to 01/31/2025

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>%3D40 HRS WEEKLY)], [CONTRACT], [Remote]

Pay: $65-$67/hr

Aside from the job description, can you provide an overview of what a day for this contractor will look like?

POC for day-to-day planning, working with the demand generation team to promote events / drive attendance, work with agency on details, onsite support on event day

Must have skills: organizational ability, good time management, able to pivot quickly.

If the role requires the worker to be onsite? Onsite support will vary by event: potentially NY, Chicago | The worker will be able to work from home but will be expected to travel to 2 or 3 events (all within the continental US) for a 2-3 days per event.

The primary role and responsibility of the Program Manager is to support, plan and execute on new Summits in conjunction with World Tours. The role will be a critical, contributing team member and will work with the cross-functional teams, consultants and vendors to ensure smooth and engaging event for our partners.

Core Responsibilities

Work closely with pipeline programs staff to plan and execute 3-4 summits;

Develop partnerships with internal departments, understanding their needs to provide a program suitable attendees and sponsors;

Manage all projects to assigned budgets by optimizing expenses, negotiating supplier contracts with the assistance of the leadership.

Appropriately manage suppliers, looking for cost savings;

Provides input and creative ideas on aligning events/conferences with marketing plans;

Work closely with product marketing on demand gen and RSVP systems;

Create and update decks and executive briefings for sales leadership

Core Competencies

Ability to manage changing priorities in a high-pressure environment;

Well-honed time management skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure;

Strong attention to detail;

Highly-developed interpersonal skills;

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Minimum of 3 to 5 years event planning experience preferably in a corporate office environment

Previous experience with a conference management organization a plus;

Ability to independently manage and execute assigned programs;

Strong client service focus;

Ability to problem solve under pressure (e.g. time constraints, demanding attendees and speakers, change in requirements);

Flexibility to work outside of business hours when needed (minimal)

Ability to travel to support events

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 229505 when responding to this ad.