Operations Manager

JobItUs; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

JobItUs is seeking an Operations Manager – Event Planner to oversee complete event operations from planning through execution. You will manage the entire event team and ensure smooth delivery of every element of a live event.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and hands-on coordination with clients and vendors to meet timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and executing events end-to-end.
• Proven ability to lead an operations team.
• Strong communication and vendor coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle end-to-end event operations from planning to closure.
• Lead event operations team and allocate duties.
• Coordinate with clients and vendors; manage changes and payments.
• Prepare event reports, budgets, and cost sheets.

Skills

Event operations

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Vendor coordination

Problem solving

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an Operations Manager – Event Planner who will be responsible for handling complete event operations from planning to execution and managing the entire event team.

Roles & Responsibilities

Event Operations

• Handle end-to-end event operations including planning, execution, and closure

• Coordinate with vendors, venues, decorators, caterers, sound & lighting teams

• Ensure timely setup, smooth execution, and dismantling of events

• Manage event schedules, checklists, and on-ground logistics

• Monitor quality, timelines, and budgets for all events

Team Management

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate event operations team

• Allocate duties and ensure proper task execution by team members

• Manage on-ground staff, freelancers, and volunteers

• Train and motivate the team for high performance during events

Client & Vendor Coordination

• Act as a single point of contact for clients during event execution

• Handle client requirements, last-minute changes, and issue resolution

• Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and payments

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare event reports, budgets, and cost sheets

• Maintain vendor records and operational documents

• Provide post-event feedback and improvement suggestions

Skills Required

• Strong event operations & execution skills

• Excellent team handling & leadership abilities

• Good communication and coordination skills

• Ability to handle pressure, deadlines, and multiple events

• Problem-solving and quick decision-making skills