CVM Planning & Operations Specialist

Microchip Technology Inc.; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Reading is seeking an experienced event manager to develop and execute event strategies aligned with business goals. The ideal candidate should have strong project management skills, a Bachelor's degree in marketing or related fields, and proficiency in event management tools like Cvent and Tableau. Responsibilities include leading webinars, managing logistics, and ensuring successful execution of events while collaborating with global teams. Approximately 10% travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and regions.

Responsibilities

• Develop event strategies that align with business objectives.
• Lead the planning and execution of webinars and in-person events.
• Manage logistics for in-person events.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Event planning

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field

Tools

MS Office

Cvent

Aventri

ON24

Tableau

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop event strategies that align with business objectives, enhance attendee experience and deliver measurable outcomes.
• Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of webinars and in-person events, including leading cross-functional planning calls, strategy alignment, event design, logistics and post-event analytics and reporting.
• Oversee logistics for in-person events, such as ordering show services, booth and demo design, exhibit house coordination and managing all on-site details.
• Plan and execute event content, campaigns and promotions that drive engagement and growth.
• Partner with regional and global MarCom teams to ensure cohesive execution across all events and coordinate all operational logistics for assigned events and tradeshows (live and virtual).
• Gain proficiency in event technology platforms (Cvent, Airtable, JiffleNow, AEM, Tableau, and others) to streamline planning and reporting.
• Manage the virtual event process and provide oversight of the ON24 platform.
• Take ownership of special projects or administrative tasks as assigned.
• Support administrative functions as needed, including managing promotional products, maintaining exhibit properties, and overseeing event inventory.
• Coordinate with Microchip's American and Asian MarCom teams to successfully execute global synergy across all events.

Qualifications

• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present professionally to stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate across functions and regions.
• Proven track record of delivering successful events on time and within budget.
• Minimum Bachelor's degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or equivalent work experience in a fast-paced corporate Marketing or Communications department.
• Working knowledge of the broader marketing function, tradeshows, event or meeting planning.
• Experience promoting events across all channels.
• Extensive experience handling multiple projects for various customers and ensuring accuracy toward completion.
• Able to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Flexibility and strength in dealing with tight deadlines and rapidly changing situations.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with event management tools (e.g., Cvent, Aventri), webinar platforms (e.g., ON24), marketing platforms (AEM), and analytics tools (Tableau) is highly desirable.

Experience

• Five to seven years of experience in marketing, event management, corporate communications or related experience; high-technology and/or business-to-business experience required.
• Prior experience in the semiconductor industry a plus.

Travel

Approximately 10% travel required; may involve some international travel.