Director, Global Event Operations & Logistics

Crain Communications; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Crain Communications is seeking an experienced Event Operations Leader to drive the planning and execution of its event portfolio. You will establish consistent processes, lead budgeting, vendor negotiations, and ensure scalable systems across brands.

This exempt role is based onsite three days per week at offices in Chicago, New York, Detroit or Houston, with 30–50% travel within the US and internationally.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in event operations managing conferences or large-scale events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage event budgets with leadership.

Skills

Event operations leadership

Budgeting

Venue management

Production logistics

Vendor negotiations

Onsite execution

Staff mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Event technology (Cvent)

Tools

Cvent

Project management tools

Job description

Crain Communications is seeking an experienced Event Operations Leader to drive the planning and execution of its event portfolio. You will establish consistent processes, lead budgeting, vendor negotiations, and ensure scalable systems across brands.

This exempt role is based onsite three days per week at offices in Chicago, New York, Detroit or Houston, with 30–50% travel within the US and internationally.